Automobile Parts: Automobile Lifters - 19020

Automobile Lifters - 19020

What is Freight Class?

A standardized freight code must be used when shipping products as LTL (less-than-truckload) freight. This code, which is published by the National Motor Freight and Traffic Association, allows carriers to quickly identify qualities of the shipment and assist with transportation logistics.

Ship automobile lifters accurately by using the information below:

NMFC Code

19020

COMMODITY

Automobile Lifters

FREIGHT CLASS

70

Commodity note:

Automobile spring load, cast aluminum. Applies only on one-piece cast aluminum devices for insertion between the coils of an automobile spring for the purpose of preventing sag or to increase load carrying capacity.

Subclasses for

Automobile Lifters - 19020

NMFC numbers can have a number of subclasses. These are usually based on the density of the shipment.

In this instance, the commodity, automobile lifters, is further broken down in the following subclasses:

Subclass Info

Subclass NMFC Code

Freight Class

Subclass Notes

Please note: This is for educational purposes only. Ultimately, the carrier reserves the right to classify the groups.

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FAQs

Do all LTL shippers use NMFC freight classes?

Almost all U.S. LTL carriers use NMFC freight classes, although some are attempting to move to a dimensionally-based system.

What is the most expensive freight class?

Freight Class 500 freight is the most expensive to ship. This classification is reserved for items of very high value or for items that use lots of space but weigh very little.

What are NMFC freight subclasses?

NMFC freight subclasses are used to differentiate among commodities of the same type. For example, one NMFC code for chairs/stools is 82790. Subclasses 82790-1 and 82790-11, despite have the same base NMFC code, fall into two different freight classes.