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Electronics is one of the trickiest LTL categories because most electronic items have low density. Packaging is usually large and protective, but the actual product weight is light — driving freight class up to Class 85–250 depending on the item.
This guide covers the most common electronics shipped via LTL freight in the US and what freight class range to expect.
| Item | Typical Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Desktop computers (boxed) | Class 100–125 | Retail packaging is bulky; density is the driver. |
| Laptops (boxed in retail master cartons) | Class 85–110 | Higher density; closer to commercial freight. |
| LCD/LED monitors (single, boxed) | Class 125–175 | Fragile + low density + handling factor. |
| Monitors (palletized, multiple) | Class 92.5–125 | Palletization improves density. |
| Television sets (large, boxed) | Class 150–250 | Very low density; high stowability concern. |
| Television sets (palletized) | Class 110–150 | Pallet helps but still expensive. |
| Speakers, audio equipment | Class 85–125 | Depends heavily on size and density. |
| Cables, wiring, cords (boxed) | Class 55–70 | Dense — among the cheapest electronics to ship. |
| Wire harnesses (loose / coiled) | Class 92.5–125 | Loose coils waste trailer space. |
| Electric motors, generators (small) | Class 55–85 | Heavy castings — low class. |
| Generators (large, boxed) | Class 70–100 | Density drops with packaging. |
| AC heater parts (HVAC components) | Class 85–125 | Mixed materials, fragile housings. |
| Refrigerators, washing machines | Class 92.5–125 | Appliance freight class. |
| Printers, scanners (small office) | Class 100–150 | Fragile + retail boxed. |
| Batteries, lithium-ion ⚠️ | Class 65–85 + HAZMAT | UN3480 / UN3481 — requires hazmat paperwork and declaration. |
| Batteries, lead-acid ⚠️ | Class 60–85 + HAZMAT | UN2794 / UN2800 — wet vs dry differs. |
| Circuit boards, components (anti-static packaging) | Class 92.5–150 | High liability + handling factor. |
| Solar panels | Class 92.5–150 | Fragile, large surface area. |
These are typical ranges. Actual NMFC depends on packaging, dimensions, and specific NMFTA rules.
A 60lb LCD monitor in a 24×24×6 inch box has density ~12 PCF — that's Class 85. But the same monitor in retail packaging (with foam) at 30×30×8 inches drops to ~5 PCF — that's Class 175. Strip retail packaging and use commercial cartons whenever possible.
Carriers know electronics are fragile and high-liability. Even at the same density, electronics often get bumped one class higher than non-electronics.
Large, flat, low-density items can't be stacked. Trailer space waste = higher class.
Any device with a lithium battery (including assembled in laptops, phones, power tools) is technically HAZMAT regulated. Failing to declare = rebill + DOT fines. Always flag batteries on the BOL.
Loose computer parts (cases, motherboards) in oversized boxes can hit Class 200+ due to low density. Calculate density before booking.
Stacking individual TV boxes loosely is a recipe for damage claims + high class. Always palletize and shrink-wrap.
If you don't know the exact NMFC code, prepare:
ShipOnlines auto-calculates class from density and returns instant rates from TQL, CHR, Echo, and other LTL carriers.
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