NMFC 70970 - Floor Mats, NOI | Class by Density

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Calculate density accurately: weigh the packaged shipment and measure pallet length, width, and height. Example: 48x40x36 in at 600 lb = 40.0 cu ft and 15 pcf.
2. Package for the journey: roll matting on rigid cores with end protection, stretch-wrap and strap to a pallet; carton flat mats with edge guards and avoid pallet overhang.
3. Meet Item 170 expectations: protect surfaces from abrasion and moisture, cap roll ends to prevent telescoping, and use corner boards so straps don’t crush edges.
4. Detail the BOL: list materials and packaging (e.g., “rubber floor mats, rolled, packaged on pallet”) and include weight and cube so carriers assign the correct density class.

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

• Lower cost through density optimization—tight rolling, nesting, and right-size pallets reduce cube and can qualify for a lower freight class.
• Fewer reclasses and damage fees by packaging to Item 170, which curbs inspections, delays, and claim exposure for heavy rubber or textile matting.
• Non-hazardous commodity broadens carrier options and simplifies tendering, improving service levels and rate shopping across LTL networks.
• Reliable quoting and contract negotiations by tying rates to a clear NMFC and verifiable density, keeping spend predictable across seasonal mat shipments.