NMFC Code Lookup
Search the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) database to find freight classes, article numbers, and commodity descriptions for LTL shipping.
| Article # | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 79311 | NOTE- Does not apply on articles with wheels or casters exceeding 3 inches in diameter. For applicable provisions, see i... | — |
| 79023 | NOTE-Articles must be secured within package by protective packing forms or other packaging materials so as to prevent s... | — |
| 2070 | Accessories or Furniture, pet, NOI, see Note, item 2071, in boxes, subject to Item 170 and having a density in pounds pe... | — |
| 79024 | NOTE-Where packaging specifications reference this Note, articles must be adequately protected by blankets or pads so as... | — |
| 79307 | NOTE-Electric or mechanical chairs may be shipped with or without hydraulic or power-operated bases. Liquids must be rem... | — |
| 79310 | NOTE-Provisions also apply on articles consisting of a seating unit and base with foot bath or tub, with or without heat... | — |
| 2071 | NOTE-Applies on articles with which a cat, dog or other pet may exercise, lounge, play or sleep, such as Beds, Cushions,... | — |
| 79309 | NOTE-Also applies on ophthalmic examination chairs shipped with instrument stands or tables including base plate, pedest... | — |
| 79308 | NOTE-Applies on mobility assist or lift chairs with electrical or mechanical lifting and lowering mechanism for assistan... | — |
| 78820 | Furnishings or Furniture, site, street or mall, reinforced cast concrete, with or without components of other materials,... | Class 60 |
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Get Free API Key →Understanding NMFC Freight Classification
The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system, maintained by the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA), assigns freight classes to over 10,000 commodity types. Each NMFC article describes a specific type of goods and its associated freight class, which ranges from Class 50 (most dense, lowest cost) to Class 500 (least dense, highest cost).
Freight classification is determined by four characteristics: density (weight per cubic foot), handling (ease of handling and special requirements), stowability (how well items can be stowed with other freight), and liability (susceptibility to damage or theft).
NMFC Freight Class Chart
| Class | Density (lbs/ft³) | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | 50+ | Bricks, cement, sand |
| 55 | 35-50 | Hardwood flooring, concrete blocks |
| 60 | 30-35 | Car accessories, bottled beverages |
| 65 | 22.5-30 | Car parts, bottled drinks, books |
| 70 | 15-22.5 | Food items, automobile engines |
| 77.5 | 13.5-15 | Tires, bathroom fixtures |
| 85 | 12-13.5 | Crated machinery, transmissions |
| 92.5 | 10.5-12 | Computers, monitors, refrigerators |
| 100 | 9-10.5 | Boat covers, wine cases, caskets |
| 110 | 8-9 | Cabinets, table saws |
| 125 | 7-8 | Small appliances, vending machines |
| 150 | 6-7 | Auto sheet metal, bookcases |
| 175 | 5-6 | Clothing, couches |
| 200 | 4-5 | Auto sheet metal parts, mattresses |
| 250 | 3-4 | Bamboo furniture, plasma TVs |
| 300 | 2-3 | Model boats, wood cabinets, tables |
| 400 | 1-2 | Deer antlers, lightweight fixtures |
| 500 | <1 | Gold dust, ping pong balls |
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