Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 52715.00 | Containers, ice cream, frozen confection or other food products, see Note, item 52717, in boxes | 200 |
Notes
Note 52717: NOTE-Applies only on an assembly of a tube, discs or end pieces and a stick for pushing the ice cream, confection or other food product above the top of the tube.
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Confirm scope against NMFC Note 52717: empty containers for ice cream, frozen confections, or other foods shipped in boxes (e.g., paperboard pints, plastic tubs, lids).
- Use strong master cartons with dividers or nested stacks, add edge protectors and a rigid top sheet, and avoid any pallet overhang to prevent crushing.
- Control moisture: wrap with stretch film and a top cover, keep away from wet or thawing freight, and minimize humidity that weakens paperboard containers.
- Mark paperwork clearly: list “NMFC 52715, Class 200, Boxes” on the BOL, include carton and pallet counts, and photo-document skids before tender.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Fixed Class 200 eliminates density disputes, reducing reclass fees and keeping invoices predictable for container SKUs.
- Faster quoting and tendering by entering a known class for boxed food-container shipments improves carrier acceptance.
- Damage reduction from crush- and moisture-focused packing practices lowers OS&D rates on thin-walled tubs and cartons.
- Cost control via nesting, tighter pack counts, and FAK or volume negotiations helps offset higher Class 200 linehaul.