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 |
|---|---|---|
| 128700 | Paper mill, aluminum, in boxes | Class 100 |
| 126160 | Paper Machine Clothing, old, used: | — |
| 126180 | Paper Machine Clothing, new or reconditioned: | — |
| 170290 | Roofing or Sheathing, wood, paper faced, in packages | Class 55 |
| 50228 | NOTE-Applies only on compounds which are of a bactericidal, fungicidal, corrosion-inhibiting or particle-dispersing natu... | — |
| 153911 | NOTE-When in bundles, must be completely double wrapped, and securely tied with strong rope completely encircling bundle... | — |
| 152312 | NOTE-Cards may be perforated or scored for separation into parts. Printing must be other than tint-printing with securit... | — |
| 41820 | Cellulose Film, not embossed (sheets of not nitrated cellulose film such as commonly used for wrapping purposes) or Cell... | — |
| 48136 | NOTE-Cloth bags used for shipments of pulverized tripoli must be paper lined so as to prevent sifting. | — |
| 124665 | Machines, paper interior packing pad or cushioning material forming, including PadPak®: | — |
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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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