NMFC 8390 - Planters, Not Wheeled | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Prep tools before packing: brush off soil from jab planters, dibbles, and plug planters, dry to prevent rust, cap seed hoppers, and secure any metering plates or fasteners.
2. Match packaging to form factor: long‑handled or T‑handle planters go in a wood crate or heavy‑duty tube; compact hand planters fit double‑wall cartons with foam blocks and edge guards.
3. Guard sharp ends and delicate parts: add tip protectors to spikes/tines, sleeve handles with corrugated wrap, bag small hardware, and immobilize seed tubes with zip ties.
4. Palletize for stability: bundle multiple units with spacers to prevent scuffing, strap to a pallet, and label orientation; keep length within your carrier’s oversize threshold to avoid fees.

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

• Accurate listing as “Planters, not wheeled” under NMFC 8390 reduces reclass disputes and unexpected billing adjustments.
• Non-hazardous status streamlines paperwork and avoids hazmat surcharges for farm, nursery, and landscaping shipments.
• Purposeful packaging prevents bent shafts and misaligned metering parts, lowering OS&D claims and replacement costs.
• Consolidating mixed hand implements on a single pallet improves dock speed, cuts accessorials, and keeps seasonal deliveries on schedule.