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NMFC 52710 - Aerial Canvas Cargo Containers | Class 92.5

Article ID
52710
NMFC 52710: Aerial canvas cargo containers
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped item with specialized air-drop use
Class Range
92.5 1 classification
Fixed Class 92.5 for boxed units
Hazardous
No
Non-hazmat; standard LTL handling applies

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
52710.00 Containers, cargo, aerial delivery, canvas or duck, with fittings and with or without platforms or skids, in boxes 92.5

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Pack each aerial delivery container in a rigid box; immobilize fittings and any platform/skid components with blocking foam or bracing to prevent internal shift.
  2. Protect canvas/duck fabric from moisture: line the box with poly or a vapor barrier and add desiccants—especially for coastal or humid lanes.
  3. Mark clearly: “Aerial Delivery Cargo Containers—Canvas/Duck” with orientation arrows. List NMFC 52710, Class 92.5 on the BOL to avoid reclass.
  4. Palletize boxed units when possible—strap and wrap with corner boards to protect edges. Provide actual weight and dimensions for carrier handling, even though class is fixed.

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

Business Value

  • Single, fixed Class 92.5 pricing minimizes reclass risk and stabilizes LTL rate quoting.
  • Boxed packaging aligns with standard hub-and-spoke handling, reducing damage claims on fabric and fittings.
  • Streamlined tendering for defense, aerospace, and relief suppliers—faster bids and fewer documentation corrections.
  • Accurate NMFC usage supports compliance and audit trails, cutting admin time and potential carrier disputes.