NMFC 189680 - Hand Wheeled Hampers (Cloth) | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Palletize carts and immobilize casters with wheel chocks or wood blocks; strap through the metal frame and not the fabric to prevent tearing.
2. Shield the cloth body with a poly bag or shrink wrap, then add corner boards and a corrugated cap to protect shelves or rails from abrasion.
3. Reduce cube by nesting units where possible, removing loose shelves, and folding soft sides; record final dimensions and stack height on the BOL.
4. Describe clearly on the BOL: “Hand wheeled cloth hamper, non‑self‑propelled, with/without shelves, NMFC 189680.” Note non‑hazardous and request item-based rating when class is N/A.

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

• Lower claim exposure by protecting fabric and securing rolling components, cutting damage-related costs and delivery delays.
• Better LTL economics via nesting/knockdown packing that reduces pallet count and billed cube for space-efficient linehaul.
• Avoid reclass and inspection fees by referencing NMFC 189680 and using precise packaging details and photos.
• Faster cross-dock handling with pallet-ready, banded carts, improving dock turns and reducing accessorial charges.