Cotton Absorbent Fiber - 68210

What is Freight Class?

When shipping your products as LTL (less-than-truckload), you need to assign your shipment a freight code. This is a standardized code created by the National Motor Freight and Traffic Association which allows carriers to identify qualities of the shipment and assist with transportation.
Ship cotton absorbent fiber accurately by using the information below:
NMFC Code
68210
COMMODITY
Cotton Absorbent Fiber
FREIGHT CLASS
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FREIGHT CLASS
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Commodity note:
NOI, in bales, boxes or drums, subject to Item 170 and having a density in pounds per cubic foot of:

Subclasses for

Cotton Absorbent Fiber - 68210

Having multiple subclasses is not unusual for NMFC numbers. Subclasses are usually a question of density.
In this instance, the commodity, cotton absorbent fiber, is further broken down in the following subclasses:

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Subclass Info

68210-1

68210-2

200

100

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Less than 6

6 or greater

Less than 6

6 or greater

Subclass NMFC Code
Freight Class
Subclass Notes
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Please note: This is for educational purposes only. Ultimately, the carrier reserves the right to classify the groups.

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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.

Is an NMFC code required?

Adding NMFC code to a shipment is technically optional, but the NMFC codes can help avoid reclassification and ensure you're using the correct freight class number.

Does stackability affect freight class?

Yes. If your shipment can be stacked, it allows the carrier to fit more freight into their truck.