NMFC 79000 – Furniture Group & Parts | Class N/A

Note 79022: NOTE- (a) Furniture may be packed in wood boxes as specified in Item 221. All finished or upholstered surfaces must be protected against damage by adequate interior packaging materials. Bills of lading must describe package as 'wood box.' (b) Where bursting tests or edge crush tests are specified for containers, wrappers or interior packaging, fiberboard must comply with the requirements set forth in Item 222. (c) All packages constructed of corrugated fiberboard, wood or a combination thereof must be conspicuously marked on at least one panel as follows: OR (d) Furniture in form-fitting, L-shaped containers that may be shipped inverted upon each other without damage must be conspicuously marked to indicate loading in either vertical direction, as follows: (e) All numbered packages specifying a corrugated fiberboard outer shipping container must conspicuously bear the certificate of box manufacturer as shown in Item 222-1(a)(2) and (3). (f) All numbered packages must also bear the package certificate, as shown in Item 299. (g) Bills of lading must show package number of the package in which furniture is shipped. (h) Articles with sliding doors in operating position must have such doors secured in place.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Match your SKU to the group notes 79022–79026 by identifying whether items ship assembled or knocked-down and whether they are parts or complete furniture.
2. Document dominant materials (wood, metal, laminate, upholstery) and flag fragile elements like glass tops or stone inserts to choose the right packaging path.
3. Package to fit handling: flat-packed panels in double-wall cartons on a pallet; irregular frames foam-wrapped and crated; band and stretch-wrap to prevent shift.
4. Quote and tender by handling unit: list count of pallets/crates, exact dimensions and weight per unit, stackability, and orientation markings on the BOL.

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

• Cuts reclass bills and inspection delays by signaling the correct furniture family and pointing carriers to the applicable note items.
• Simplifies mixed FF&E moves (hospitality, office fit-outs) by grouping finished pieces and parts under one consistent commodity description.
• Reduces damage claims through packaging aligned to furniture geometry and materials, improving delivery condition and customer satisfaction.
• Speeds pricing and routing decisions for LTL by standardizing how furniture SKUs are described, packaged, and measured across product lines.