NMFC 19705 - Truck/Trailer Suspension Systems | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Note the scope: suspension systems and assemblies for freight trucks or trailers rated Class 70 under NMFC 19705, whether shipped loose or in packages.
2. Palletize when possible to avoid loose-handling fees; block and band heavy leaf springs, equalizers, or hangers, and cap sharp U-bolts to prevent punctures.
3. For packaged air-ride components (air bags, valves, control arms), use double-wall cartons or crates with foam or wood dunnage and edge protectors.
4. Print NMFC 19705 and Class 70 on the BOL and labels; list units and packaging type (loose vs packaged) to prevent reclass and speed terminal handling.

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

• Predictable budgeting with a fixed Class 70 rating, reducing uncertainty versus density-based items.
• NOI coverage consolidates mixed suspension parts under one code, simplifying SKUs and quoting for LTL.
• Non-hazardous classification streamlines paperwork and shortens transit handoffs, lowering accessorial risk.
• Damage and claim reduction through proper blocking and banding helps protect margins on high-mass components.