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NMFC 28900 - Boxes, Crates, Fiberboard Cartons | Class N/A

Article ID
28900
NMFC 28900 for box and crate packaging
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped reference covering common packaging types
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
No fixed class; check item-specific rules
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous shipments only under this grouping

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
28900.00 BOX GROUP: Articles consist of Boxes or Crates, including Fiberboard or Paperboard Cans or Cartons, as described in items subject to this grouping.

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Confirm your freight is packaged as boxes or crates and identify whether contents are fiberboard or paperboard cans/cartons; note the material on your BOL.
  2. Write a clear NMFC description line such as: “Boxes/Crates – Fiberboard or Paperboard Cans/Cartons – NMFC 28900,” and include accurate piece counts per master pack.
  3. For LTL, unitize on pallets with edge protectors, banding, and tight wrap; avoid pallet overhang and mark top-load limits for crush‑sensitive paperboard.
  4. Split mixed packaging into separate line items (e.g., wooden crates with paperboard canisters vs. fiberboard cartons in master boxes) to prevent reclass disputes.

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

Business Value

  • Faster quoting and tendering by pointing carriers to a clear packaging-based NMFC grouping.
  • Lower risk of reclass/reweigh charges through precise descriptions of boxes, crates, and fiber/paperboard content.
  • Fewer damage claims by aligning packaging protections with crush-prone fiberboard and paperboard components.
  • Streamlined SOPs across SKUs: consistent labeling and documentation improves audit trails and carrier compliance.