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NMFC 200420 - Yarn, NOI (Bales/Boxes) | Class 50–400

Article ID
200420
NMFC 200420: Yarn, NOI, density-based
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped article, use Item 170
Class Range
50-400 13 classifications
Classes vary 50 to 400 by density
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous textile goods, easier carrier selection

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
200420.00 Yarn, NOI, in bales, boxes or Packages 2015, 2017, 2018, 2120, 2123, 2151, 2152, 2153, 2154, 2155, 2156 or 2295, subject to Item 170 and having a density in pounds per cubic foot of:
200420.01 Less than 1 400
200420.02 1 but less than 2 300
200420.03 2 but less than 4 250
200420.04 4 but less than 6 175
200420.05 6 but less than 8 125
200420.06 8 but less than 10 100
200420.07 10 but less than 12 92.5
200420.08 12 but less than 15 85
200420.09 15 but less than 22.5 70
200420.10 22.5 but less than 30 65
200420.11 30 but less than 35 60
200420.12 35 but less than 50 55
200420.13 50 or greater 50

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Determine density to set class: weigh each handling unit and divide by cubic feet (L x W x H in/1728). Example: 48x40x40 in at 700 lb ≈ 15.8 PCF → around Class 70.
  2. Pack cones or skeins in sturdy boxes with poly liners to control lint, then fill voids to prevent carton crush. Add corner boards and stretch-wrap before strapping to a pallet.
  3. For compressed bales, record bale count and estimated bale density on the BOL. Use protective sleeves under bands so strapping doesn’t cut into yarn fibers.
  4. Label clearly: “Yarn, NOI – NMFC 200420,” list packaging (boxes, packages, bales) and the calculated density. Item 170 density rules apply for class 50–400.

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

Business Value

  • Lower freight class through better cube: increasing from 5.8 PCF (Class 175) to 8.2 PCF (Class 110) by reducing void space can materially cut LTL rates.
  • Switching to uniform cartons and proper palletization reduces damage and OS&D claims, preventing costly rework and delivery delays.
  • Non-hazardous commodity status widens carrier options and speeds quoting, improving both spot and contract pricing.
  • Clean, accurate NMFC and density on the BOL minimizes reweigh/reclass fees and stabilizes margins across textile shipping lanes.