Aluminum: Basket - 13180

Basket - 13180

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 basket accurately by using the information below:

NMFC Code

13180

COMMODITY

Basket

FREIGHT CLASS

300

Commodity note:

Hotel or institutional utility, with or without partitions or handles, aluminum, not nested, in boxes.

Subclasses for

Basket - 13180

Having subclasses is not uncommon for NMFC numbers. Subclasses are generally based on density.

In this instance, the commodity, basket, 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.

Related Commodities

FAQs

What is freight hsn code?

HSN stands for Harmonized System of Nomenclature. It is a system for classifying commodities created by the World Customs organization. U.S. LTL shipping, however, uses NMFC classifications instead.

How is the cost of freight determined?

Your freight cost is determined by a number of variables, such as how far your shipment needs to go, the freight class number, whether or not accessorials are needed, as well as fluctuating fuel costs and truck capacity.

How is freight class determined?

NMFC freight classes are determined using four factors: density, handling, stowability, and liability. All of these factors affect the cost to the carrier of shipping goods.