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Freight Terms Starting With "N"

NMFC: The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) is a standardized classification system used to categorize freight based on characteristics like density, handling requirements, and liability.

Net Weight: Net weight is the weight obtained by subtracting the weight of the tractor-trailer from the total weight of the truck and its cargo.

No Touch: No-touch freight refers to cargo that does not require the driver to load or unload the products, streamlining the transportation process.

NOI: NOI stands for “Not Otherwise Indexed” and refers to a product or shipment that doesn’t have a specific freight class assigned. Its classification often depends on factors like density.