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NMFC 78200 - Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes or Yams | Class 60

Article ID
78200
Covers potatoes, sweet potatoes, and yams packaging.
Freight Group
FRUITS OR VEGETABLES, FRESH OR GREEN, GROUP
Fresh produce group for root vegetables.
Class Range
60 1 classification
Fixed Class 60, non-density based.
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous, standard food-grade handling.

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
78200.00 Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes or Yams, in bags, boxes, crates or drums, in baskets with slatted or solid covers or in standard bushel baskets, see Note, item 77522 60

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. List on the BOL: “Potatoes/Sweet Potatoes/Yams — NMFC 78200, Class 60 (per Note 77522).” This avoids reclass and speeds dock processing.
  2. Use ventilated produce boxes or sturdy field crates; add corner protection and slip sheets to limit bruising while keeping airflow for respiration.
  3. Palletize on 40x48 GMA pallets, build square columns, strap or stretch wrap with a breathable pattern, and keep stack height conservative to prevent top-crush.
  4. Match service to weather: request protect-from-freeze in cold snaps or a reefer/chilled LTL option during heat waves to maintain quality through transit.

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

Business Value

  • Predictable costs: fixed Class 60 means simpler quotes and fewer invoice surprises compared with density-rated freight.
  • SKU consolidation: one classification covers potatoes, sweet potatoes, and yams, streamlining rate charts and routing guides.
  • Lower claims risk: standard boxes/crates and proper unitization reduce bruising and moisture damage, cutting shrink and write-offs.
  • Broader carrier access: non-hazardous produce qualifies for more networks and lanes, improving capacity and lead times.