Shippers:
Your LTL Shipping Data is Changing. Prepare Now.
New National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC®) changes take effect July 19, 2025. Learn how this impacts your LTL shipments and costs, and what you need to do to prepare.
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The NMFC changes set to take effect on July 19, 2025, will fundamentally impact how freight is classified, rated, and billed.
Review the steps below to ensure your LTL shipment operations are fully equipped to take on the new changes.
Important: The July 2025 changes are only the first phase of changes coming throughout the year.
Now is the time to prepare.
Unexpected freight charges
due to misclassifications.
Miscommunication
with carriers and 3PLs.
Shipment delays
with reclassifications and inspections.
Disposition Bulletin
The Disposition Bulletin is the official NMFTA document that provides a final summary of all approved changes by the FCDC before implementation. Shippers should check this bulletin to ensure they are working with the most up-to-date classification rules before July 19, 2025.
The Disposition Bulletin will be available on the Public Docket Files Page by the end of March 2025.
Action Items
- Review the bulletin upon release to verify that all classification changes are correctly updated in your systems.
- Communicate with carriers and 3PLs to ensure they are aligned with the correct classifications before July 19.
Preparation will vary based on a shippers size and their available resources.
Review Your LTL Classifications Immediately →
Misclassified shipments lead to unexpected charges, delays, and disputes. Make sure your classifications reflect the new NMFC updates on the Disposition Bulletin before July 19.
Audit Your BOLs and TMS Data →
Since classification structures are changing, your TMS, WMS, or ERP systems need to be updated to avoid incorrect freight bills.
Strengthen Communication with Carriers and 3PLs →
Your carriers rely on accurate freight classification data to bill correctly. Ensuring your classifications are correct reduces disputes, additional fees, and potential disruptions.
Train Your Shipping and Logistics Team →
Warehouse, logistics, and accounting teams should be aware of these changes to prevent costly mistakes. Ensure they understand the updated NMFC classification criteria and how it affects your shipments.
Important Note:
The July 19, 2025 update is only Phase 1 of a larger overhaul of classification changes planned throughout 2025. Additional reclassifications and rule updates are expected in future dockets, impacting a broader range of commodities and shipment types. This means shippers must continuously adapt.
Get Direct Support with Classifications Interpretations
If you have questions on a specific commodity, contact NMFTA’s Interpretations team for clarification before the deadline.
Use ClassIT+ for Real-Time NMFC Data
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Sign Up for NMFTA's Freight Classification Webinars
NMFTA hosts regular LTL freight classification and packaging webinars for the industry Stay ahead of the changes with expert guidance and live Q&A sessions.
Visit nmfcchanges.com for further resources and information on the 2025 NMFC Changes.
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