NMFC 76695 - Umbrella Frames in Boxes | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Describe the commodity as “umbrella frames without covers or handles” on the BOL to align precisely with NMFC 76695.
2. Pack frames in rigid boxes with dividers or partitions so rods and ribs can’t pierce the carton; add end caps and band light bundles to prevent shifting.
3. Keep lengths straight: use long cartons with corner reinforcements and “Do Not Bend” arrows, or nest folded frames to shorten packages and reduce overlength fees.
4. Book at Class 70 with no density needed; list piece count and box dimensions, and avoid mixing canopies or handles in the same carton to prevent reclass.

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

• Predictable LTL pricing with a fixed Class 70 reduces reweigh and reclass penalties.
• Boxed packaging stacks cleanly and limits damage to delicate ribs and stretchers, lowering claim risk.
• Nonhazardous status broadens carrier options and speeds tendering, especially for distributor replenishment.
• Single NMFC listing streamlines audits and compliance, improving quote accuracy and routing-guide adherence.