NMFC 77760 - Citron Melons, Prepaid | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Mark the BOL as Prepaid and list packaging as boxes or crates to align with NMFC 77760 and avoid reclass fees.
2. Use ventilated crates or boxes with slatted or solid covers; add corner protection and top pads to reduce rind bruising during LTL cross‑dock handling.
3. Palletize evenly and avoid overstacking; one layer or corner‑post bracing helps keep heavy melons from denting lower layers.
4. Load quickly after harvest and keep airflow unobstructed; if using bags, add dunnage and slip sheets so produce doesn’t shift in transit.

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

• Predictable Class 85 rating streamlines quoting and helps prevent accessorials tied to reclassification.
• Prepaid terms centralize cost control with the shipper, improving rate negotiation and audit consistency for seasonal runs.
• Approved packaging (boxes/crates with covers) lowers damage risk, protecting margins on high‑volume produce lanes.
• Clear non‑hazardous status widens carrier options and supports faster tendering during peak harvest windows.