On July 19, 2025, the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system is undergoing its most significant change in decades. Over 3,000 commodities will shift to a density-based classification model—impacting how LTL shipments are rated, quoted, and billed.
These updates mark the beginning of a broader industry shift toward more standardized, transparent freight classification. For shippers, that means new opportunities—and new responsibilities.
In the video below, Mike Sanders, Director of Pricing at Averitt, breaks down exactly what’s changing, how it may affect your freight, and what steps you can take to prepare before the changes take effect.
As Mike outlined, the 2025 NMFC changes are designed to create more consistency across the LTL industry—but they also require shippers to pay closer attention to density, packaging, and classification accuracy.
To help you stay ahead of the shift, Averitt offers tools and expertise you can rely on:
- Use our Density Calculator to estimate freight class
- Visit GetClassification.com to check whether your NMFC item numbers are changing (free to use—available for a limited time)
- Visit our NMFC Resources Page for additional articles and helpful tools
- Reach out to your Averitt Transportation Specialist for help reviewing your freight and packaging
Whether you’re shipping a few pallets or managing high-volume LTL, we’re here to help you navigate the transition with confidence.
