Calculating Freight Class
It All Adds Up
Classifying freight is a sum of moving parts.
Freight class is a large factor is determining shipping prices and is tabulated by these factors: density, stowability, handling requirements, liability exposure. The lower the density, the higher the class number.
Density: determined by dividing an object’s mass by its volume.
Stowability: demensions of freight determine how easily it’s stowed.
Handling Requirements: these are level of precautions and consideration taken when moving freight; more volatile products require additional care.
Liability Exposure: this is measured by the danger the freight poses in transit to all parties to the transaction.
A freight calculator link is listed below for your convenience.
