NMFC 38210 - Trellis & Lattice | Density-Based Class

Note 38211: NOTE-Trellises or trelliswork configured as lawn or garden arbors, arches or pergolas, including unassembled units or kits, are classified as such in item 33610.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Bundle flat lattice panels on a pallet with corner boards, top/bottom corrugated pads, polyester banding, and stretch wrap. Keep bundles inside the pallet footprint to prevent clamp damage.
2. Crate or frame tall trellis pyramids/obelisks. Block the base, brace uprights, cap pointed tips with foam, and secure with four tie-downs to stop racking in transit.
3. Confirm density before you book: weigh the packaged shipment and measure overall L×W×H. Convert to cubic feet and divide weight by volume (e.g., 48×40×72 in at 180 lb = 80 cu ft → 2.25 pcf).
4. Mark “in packages” and comply with Item 170. Note piece count and material (wood, vinyl, metal). Add “No Clamp” if open-grid faces risk of crush under clamp trucks.

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

• Density-driven classing rewards efficient packing—nesting panels or consolidating bundles to raise pcf can unlock lower LTL rates.
• Robust edge protection and bracing cut concealed damage on open-grid products, preserving margin and preventing claim-related delays.
• Using the correct NMFC 38210 avoids reweigh/reclass fees and stop holds, keeping your deliveries and job schedules on track.
• Accurate weights and exterior dimensions accelerate quoting and space planning across carriers, improving tender acceptance and freight predictability.