NMFC 49880 - Boxed Apparel & Garments | Density Class

Note 49881: NOTE-Also applies on complement of hangers in the same package.

Note 49882: NOTE-Also applies when shipped in or on point-of-purchase display racks or stands, in boxes, or in boxes that serve as point-of-purchase display racks or stands.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use corrugated boxes or NMFC Packages 1401/2265; remove hangers and add dividers for belts so buckles don’t puncture cartons.
2. Capture scale weight and exterior dimensions per carton or pallet, calculate PCF, and note the density class math on the BOL.
3. Fold garments and polybag to limit abrasion; for waders or outerwear with integrated boots, choose double‑wall cartons and cap pallets for stack strength.
4. Separate unlike items—e.g., rigid costume pieces away from hosiery—and stack heavy coats low; label as non-hazardous apparel.

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

• One NMFC item covers belts, coats, costumes, gloves, hosiery, and waders, simplifying paperwork and reducing reclass exposure on mixed shipments.
• Right-sized packing increases PCF, often lowering the density class and cutting LTL rates while staying compliant with boxes/Packages 1401 or 2265.
• Better cube control improves trailer utilization and helps avoid oversize fees, enabling sharper pricing during seasonal apparel surges.
• Non-hazardous status widens carrier options and streamlines routing, reducing transit times and eliminating hazmat surcharges.