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NMFC 67900 - Bird Feeders or Houses | Class 50-400

Article ID
67900
NMFC 67900: Boxed bird feeders and houses
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped listing for boxed avian products
Class Range
50-400 13 classifications
Density-based class from 50 to 400
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous, no hazmat paperwork required

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
67900.00 Feeders or Houses, bird, with or without hardware necessary for mounting, in boxes, subject to Item 170 and having a density in pounds per cubic foot of:
67900.01 Less than 1 400
67900.02 1 but less than 2 300
67900.03 2 but less than 4 250
67900.04 4 but less than 6 175
67900.05 6 but less than 8 125
67900.06 8 but less than 10 100
67900.07 10 but less than 12 92.5
67900.08 12 but less than 15 85
67900.09 15 but less than 22.5 70
67900.10 22.5 but less than 30 65
67900.11 30 but less than 35 60
67900.12 35 but less than 50 55
67900.13 50 or greater 50

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Calculate density to set the class: weigh the boxed feeder or house, measure L×W×H in inches, convert to cubic feet (÷1728), then weight ÷ cubic feet. Example: 18×12×10 in at 14 lb ≈ 1.25 cu ft → 11.2 pcf; higher density usually yields a lower class within 50–400.
  2. Pack to NMFC Item 170: use sturdy corrugated cartons, cushion perches and roofs, bag and secure screws or mounts so they can’t rattle, and fill voids to prevent crushing.
  3. Protect fragile features: glass seed tubes, acrylic windows, and decorative roofs need inner boxing or edge protection; mark orientation but assume six‑side handling in LTL.
  4. Document clearly on the BOL: “Bird Feeder/House—Boxed,” include dimensions and scale weight, and note non‑hazmat status to reduce reclass risk and speed inspections.

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

Business Value

  • Reduce freight spend by optimizing carton size and packing density so shipments land in lower classes when possible.
  • Non‑hazardous commodity means simpler paperwork and no hazmat accessorials, improving transit speed and predictability.
  • Accurate density data and NMFC 67900 coding lower the chance of reclassifications, inspection fees, and billing disputes.
  • Damage‑resistant packaging for delicate feeders and houses cuts claim rates, preserving margins and customer satisfaction.