NMFC 8530 - Non‑Wheeled Seeders, Boxed/Crated | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Choose packaging intentionally: single hand seeders go in double‑wall boxes with foam blocking around the seed tube and handle; multi‑unit orders ride best in wood crates with dividers. Clean off soil and seed residue before packing.
2. Cap sharp planting tips and secure loose hoppers or levers with zip ties; add edge or corner guards so components can’t punch through cartons during LTL handling.
3. Moisture-proof before closing: bag steel components in poly or VCI film and add a desiccant pack—helpful for winter lanes or coastal humidity.
4. Label clearly: “Seeder—Non‑Wheeled, NMFC 8530, Class 85,” and list piece count plus box/crate type. Build crates to be stack‑capable when possible to reduce accessorials.

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

• Fixed Class 85 under NMFC 8530 removes density disputes, reducing reclass fees and billing delays.
• Boxed or crated packing protects meters and tubes, cutting claim risk and replacement costs for dealers and farms.
• Non-hazardous status speeds tendering and avoids hazmat surcharges, improving quoted‑to‑invoice accuracy.
• Consolidating several seeders per crate or on a pallet improves cube utilization and linehaul efficiency, lowering cost per unit.