NMFC 71100 - Florist & Nursery Stock Group | Class N/A

Note 71101: NOTE-Also applies on seed or soil inoculating bacteria or agricultural insecticides or fungicides not exceeding 2 percent of the gross weight of the shipment, when in the same shipping container.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Start by reviewing Note, item 71101 to select the correct subitem for your shipment—live plants, cut flowers, potted stock, or bare-root—then quote using that class.
2. Match packaging to the product: use nursery carts or racks for potted shrubs, ventilated corrugated with sleeves for bouquets, and tray packs for seedlings or plugs.
3. Control environment in transit: request temperature protection, avoid freeze/heat exposure, add liners or gel packs if allowed, and label cartons “Live Plants – Keep Upright.”
4. Document piece counts, rack or tray dimensions, and any water containment limits to prevent leaks and overlength fees; share delivery windows to reduce dwell time.

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

• Referencing Note 71101 upfront reduces reclass fees and boosts first-quote accuracy for time-sensitive floral freight.
• Right-size packaging (racks vs. ventilated cartons) improves cube utilization and cuts accessorials tied to excessive handling or oversize.
• Lower damage ratios—fewer crushed blooms and tipped pots—mean fewer claims and stronger carrier acceptance during peak floral seasons.
• Faster tendering for garden center rollouts and holiday spikes by standardizing specs and expectations with carriers.