NMFC 189440 - Children's Sleds or Sleighs | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Protect runners and rails: wrap with foam or edge guards, add spacer blocks to keep runners off the pallet deck, then band lengthwise and crosswise to prevent racking in transit.
2. Choose packaging by count: single sleds in sturdy corrugated cartons with internal blocking; multiple sleds nested nose-to-tail, padded between contact points, then stretch-wrap and strap to a 48x40 pallet.
3. Account for curved noses: measure and list maximum length including the curl and any protruding handles so carriers can price accurately and avoid overlength fees.
4. Label precisely: “Children’s sleds—wood/metal, not plastic,” include the NMFC ID and unit count, and use “Do Not Stack” cones for delicate wood slats during peak winter shipments.

Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.

• Accurate NMFC usage minimizes reclass/reweigh charges and keeps LTL quotes aligned with final invoices.
• Damage prevention packaging reduces bent runners and scuffed wood, lowering claim rates and costly reships.
• Nesting and palletizing improve cube utilization, helping avoid oversize surcharges and trimming freight spend.
• Non-hazardous designation broadens carrier options and speeds tendering, critical during seasonal demand spikes.