Fresh Produce — LTL Freight Class Guides
Select a commodity below to view its official NMFC code, freight class (Class 50 to 400), Pounds Per Cubic Foot (PCF) density bracket, shipping liability risks, and standard palletizing requirements.
Bananas
Calculate the accurate LTL freight class for Bananas (NMFC 77600). Typically Class 92.5 due to temperature-controlled packaging requirements.
View Full Guide →Apples
Easily calculate the LTL density and freight class for Apples (NMFC Code 42540). Class varies heavily based on box dimensions and pallet efficiency.
View Full Guide →Potatoes & Onions
Find the correct NMFC freight class for Potatoes and Onions (NMFC 49670). Dense commodities often ship at cost-effective Class 55 or 65.
View Full Guide →Official Freight Classification Standards for Fresh Produce
Freight classes for commodities in this category are defined in the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC), established and maintained by the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) . Proper classification depends on four transportation characteristics: density (Pounds Per Cubic Foot), handling, stowability, and liability.
Packaging standards for commercial transport are benchmarked against International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) test series and U.S. DOT cargo safety requirements to prevent carrier re-classification and freight damage claims.