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NMFC 189700 - Hand Trucks Fiberboard Bodies | Class N/A

Article ID
189700
NMFC 189700 for fiberboard-body hand trucks
Freight Group
VEHICLES, OTHER THAN SELF-PROPELLED, GROUP
Grouped under non-self-propelled vehicles category
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
Class not specified; consult carrier if needed
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous; standard LTL procedures apply

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
189700.00 Trucks, hand, with bodies of fiberboard or chemically hardened fiber, combined or not combined with veneer, plywood or sheet metal:

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Palletize upright and immobilize the wheels with chocks or blocks; strap the handle and body at two points and add slip-sheets if nesting units.
  2. Protect fiberboard panels using corner/edge guards and tight stretch wrap; add a poly liner or moisture barrier for humid or wet lanes.
  3. On the BOL, note materials: “fiberboard body with veneer/plywood/sheet metal” and reference NMFC 189700; mark Do Not Stack where applicable.
  4. For mixed freight or high-touch terminals, enclose with a lightweight crate or full corrugated box and zip‑tie casters to prevent spin-through wrap.

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

Business Value

  • Accurate NMFC 189700 reference and material callouts reduce reclass fees and inspection delays.
  • Moisture and crush protection cuts OS&D claims, lowering replacement and return costs.
  • Nesting or knock-down packing boosts cube efficiency, driving down cost per unit moved.
  • Non-hazardous status expands carrier options and streamlines transit planning.