The Commodity Classification Standards Board

The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) is developed and maintained by the Commodity Classification Standards Board (CCSB). The CCSB is an autonomous board consisting of not less than three or more than seven full-time employees of NMFTA, one of whom serves as Chairman. At present, there are six CCSB members—professionals who collectively have over 130 years of experience with the NMFC. In addition, the CCSB’s staff includes a Legal Counsel and Packaging Consultant.

• CCSB Members and Staff

The CCSB investigates, initiates, considers and acts on matters affecting the provisions of the NMFC, including: proposals for amending the classification of commodities; commodity descriptions; classes; rules; packaging definitions, specifications or requirements; bill of lading formats, terms and conditions; and any other provisions contained in the NMFC.

Anyone or any group having an interest in the content of the NMFC can file a proposal to amend the NMFC. Proposals are considered through a formalized, transparent decision-making process in which all interested persons are invited to participate.

• CCSB Procedures (Complete Version)
• Classification-Making Procedures
• CCSB Policies and Directives Pertaining to the NMFC
• CCSB Density and Value Guidelines

For more information on the CCSB, please contact ccsb@nmfta.org.