Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 23410.00 | Benches, Cabinets, Chambers, Hoods, other than fume hoods, Rooms, Tables or Workstations, clean air, see Note, item 23412, in boxes or crates | 125 |
Notes
Note 23412: NOTE-Applies only on articles named, with self-contained air filtering apparatus for laboratory or industrial workers.
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- List NMFC 23410 on the BOL and identify the pieces as clean air benches/cabinets/hoods/tables (not fume hoods). Select boxed or crated packaging per unit size.
- For stainless tables and cabinets, wrap with non‑shedding foam and poly, brace doors and drawers, cap corners, and add Tip‑N‑Tell and Do‑Not‑Stack indicators.
- Crate heavy or oversized workstations and modular cleanroom pieces; secure the crate to a skid with 4‑way forklift entry and mark upright orientation clearly.
- Even though Class 125 is fixed, provide accurate dims and weight for pricing and capacity. Example: 72×30 table in an 80×36×40 in crate at ~325 lb.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Predictable Class 125 rating simplifies rate shopping and budgeting—no density calculations or surprise reclasses.
- Single item covers mixed cleanroom furniture (benches, cabinets, hoods, tables), cutting documentation time and dispute risk.
- Non‑hazardous status broadens carrier options and speeds tendering while avoiding hazmat accessorials.
- Proper boxing or crating protects high‑value, sterile surfaces, lowering damage claims and downtime in controlled environments.