Freight Class Chart
| Band | Density · lb/ft³ | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Less than 1 | 400 |
| 2 | 1 to less than 2 | 300 |
| 3 | 2 to less than 4 | 250 |
| 4 | 4 to less than 6 | 175 |
| 5 | 6 to less than 8 | 125 |
| 6 | 8 to less than 10 | 100 |
| 7 | 10 to less than 12 | 92.5 |
| 8 | 12 to less than 15 | 85 |
| 9 | 15 to less than 22.5 | 70 |
| 10 | 22.5 to less than 30 | 65 |
| 11 | 30 to less than 35 | 60 |
| 12 | 35 to less than 50 | 55 |
| 13 | 50 or greater | 50 |
This freight class chart lists the standard density bands. The lower limit is included and the upper limit is excluded. Density rules do not establish a commodity’s NMFC item. This freight classification chart, also searched as an NMFC class chart or NMFC classification chart, shows the standard density scale rather than every commodity exception. Drag across the table text to select and copy it; on narrow screens, swipe the table sideways.
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