Shortening - 74740

What is Freight Class?

When shipping your products as LTL (less-than-truckload), you have 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 shortening accurately by using the information below:
NMFC Code
74740
COMMODITY
Shortening
FREIGHT CLASS
70

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FREIGHT CLASS
70
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Commodity note:
Powdered, consisting of milk or whey solids and vegetable oil shortening or lard, with or without desiccated eggs or sugar, in multiple-wall paper bags, or in boxes or drums

Subclasses for

Shortening - 74740

NMFC numbers often have multiple subclasses. These are almost always based on density.
In this instance, the commodity, shortening, is further broken down in the following subclasses:

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Subclass Info
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 NMFC code?

The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) is the freight classification system devised by the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) and is used for all interstate, intrastate, and foreign commercial movement of LTL cargo. NMFC codes provide standardized freight classes to determine the ease of transport of many of the wide variety of commodities that are shipped together in LTL shipments.

Can I use a lower NMFC class to save money on shipping?

No. If you claim that your freight is a lower class than it actually is, your carrier will likely find out. They will charge you a fee for reclassifying the freight and charge you the appropriate amount for the actual class of your freight after it has been shipped.

What happens if I don't put an NMFC freight class on my BOL?

If you don't include an NMFC code on your BOL, it is very likely that your carrier will charge you a reclassification fee and charge you the cost of shipping the freight they determine your shipment is.