Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 47750.00 | Cigarettes, imitation, consisting of a hollow plastic tube with a nicotine plug, with or without paper labels, see Note, item 47751, in boxes | 100 |
Notes
Note 47751: NOTE-Applies only on products which resemble tobacco cigarettes, and are represented as providing the taste and effect of tobacco cigarettes, but are not designed to be burned.
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- List NMFC 47750 and Class 100 on the BOL and use sturdy corrugated boxes with inner dividers to protect the hollow plastic tubes and nicotine plugs.
- Palletize master cartons, keep them intact, and shrink-wrap tightly; density does not change the rating, so a 40-carton pallet still bills at Class 100.
- Label cartons as “Imitation Cigarettes – Non‑Tobacco” to avoid excise or tobacco-handling confusion, and print piece counts per box for quick dock checks.
- Verify scope against the Note for item 47751; if construction or contents differ (e.g., no nicotine plug or alternate materials), reconfirm the correct NMFC.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Predictable costs: fixed Class 100 yields consistent LTL quotes and reduces reclass disputes.
- No hazmat fees or paperwork, enabling broader carrier choice and faster tender-to-pickup cycles.
- Box-ready packaging streamlines warehouse handling and cuts damage risk on delicate hollow tubes.
- Clean audit trail: referencing NMFC 47750 minimizes retailer and 3PL chargebacks tied to misclassification.