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NMFC 47500 - Ceramicware in Boxes | Class Varies

Article ID
47500
NMFC 47500 for boxed or crated ceramics
Freight Group
CHINA GROUP
China Group household porcelain and stoneware items
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
Class varies by density; value released $1.70/lb
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous, fragile freight; handle and label carefully

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
47500.00 Show more

Notes

Note 47501: NOTE-Unless otherwise provided in individual participating carriers' tariffs, articles moving under the provisions of item 47500 shall only be accepted subject to a maximum liability of $1.70 per pound. If shipper fails to declare a value, or declares a value in excess of $1.70 per pound, shipment will not be accepted, but if the shipment is inadvertently accepted, it will be considered as being released to a value not exceeding $1.70 per pound and the shipment will move subject to such limitation of liability. In no instance will carriers' liability exceed the actual value of the article lost or damaged.

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Determine density: weigh the shipment (including pallet) and calculate cubic feet of the packed boxes or crates; PCF = total pounds ÷ cubic feet to set the freight class.
  2. Package for fragility: use double‑wall cartons, molded pulp or foam-in-place, cell dividers, and corner guards; build lined wood crates with blocking for heavy stoneware sets.
  3. Declare liability: note “Released to $1.70 per lb under NMFC 47500, Item 170” on the BOL and list packaging type (boxes or crates), piece count, and handling marks.
  4. Palletize to prevent breakage: no overhang, full-deck pallets, band and wrap tightly, stack heaviest cartons low, avoid vertical plate stacks, and photo the load before pickup.

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

Business Value

  • Density-driven classing rewards tight packing, raising PCF and often lowering LTL rates for ceramic and china assortments.
  • Released value at $1.70/lb standardizes liability exposure, helping control insurance costs and simplify claim outcomes.
  • Damage-resistant carton/crate methods reduce breakage and retailer chargebacks, protecting margins during peak home goods seasons.
  • Accurate NMFC use reduces reclass fees and delays, improving carrier acceptance and transit reliability for fragile household items.