Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 66120.00 | Traps, hens' nest, steel, KD flat, in boxes or crates | 85 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Label each box or crate with NMFC 66120 and Class 85, include piece count and PO so terminals identify KD flat steel nest traps quickly.
- Pick packaging by trip severity: cartons for single kits, wood crates for bulk flat panels; add edge protectors and liners to prevent metal scuffing.
- Immobilize parts: band panels inside the crate, fill voids, and tape small hardware bags to a master panel so nothing rattles or migrates.
- Palletize without overhang, use two straps plus stretch wrap, and keep off wet floors to avoid corrosion during LTL cross-docks.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Fixed Class 85 with no density factor speeds rating and reduces reclass fees.
- Standard box/crate packing matches LTL rules, cutting damage risk and claim costs on steel components.
- Non-hazardous designation expands carrier options and supports consolidation with other farm hardware.
- Clear commodity naming improves audit compliance and stabilizes freight rates for poultry equipment shippers.