When the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC®) changes went into effect on July 19, 2025, they marked a transformative moment for the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry. The most exciting changes included foundational improvements such as introducing a 13-tier density-based model that replaced decades-old classifications as well as removing outdated and redundant item numbers and replacing them with more intuitive, density-based standards.
The reaction? We’ll let you be the judge:
“Feedback has been consistent in that this is exactly the direction that the NMFTA had to go in order to update the NMFC and make classification of freight simpler for the industry,” said Keith Peterson, vice president of operations for NMFTA.
With the help of the NMFTA’s newly launched ClassIT+™, teams across the industry from carriers to shippers to third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are quickly adjusting to their system and processes to align with the new NMFC standards.
If you’re in that phase right now, here’s the good news:
Checking whether an item has changed doesn’t have to be complicated.
In fact, it takes just seconds.
Your Go-To Method for Verifying Item Changes
With ClassIT+, the entire verification process has been reimagined, offering intuitive features to help you see what’s changed. You don’t need to know the exact item number or term. You don’t need to guess where it might have moved. You just… check out what’s new.
Step 1: Review and Search the What’s New Page
The What’s New page is a one-stop place to see NMFC Data updates when they occur, which ensures that your data stays accurate with real-time alerts. Quickly search for an item to see how it’s changed or easily scroll through the list of created, amended, and canceled items. It’s that easy!
| TIP: Check out Exploring ClassIT+ What’s New in our Help Center for more information. |
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Step 2: Look for the What’s New Bell Icon on Your Dashboard
The What’s New bell icon on your ClassIT+ Dashboard alerts you to updates, helping you stay aware and keep your data fresh.
| TIP: Check out Exploring the ClassIT+ Dashboard in our Help Center for more information. |
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Step 4: Search and Save It for Later
If you find yourself searching for the same item numbers or descriptions over and over again, you’re in luck! ClassIT+ has a built-in Favorite feature that allows you to easily save your search results for future use.
From your search result, simply click the star icon to save it to your Favorites. You can even share your favorites with your Company Common. Once saved, you’ll always know when updates impact your favorites through the What’s New feature.
| TIP: Check out Exploring ClassIT+ What’s New in our Help Center for more information. |
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Why This Matters Now
In a world of rising costs and competition, accuracy matters more than ever. With ClassIT+ you have fresh, accurate NMFC Data at your fingertips to ensure compliance and streamline your day-to-day operations. Using correct classification means knowing that you have reliably accurate pricing and documentation that increases customer trust.
Even if You’re Just Getting Started, You’re Right on Time
The industry has embraced these changes as a step forward. But not everyone moves at the same pace, and that’s okay.
If your team is still onboarding the new classification data or phasing out old item numbers, there are small steps you can take now to stay aligned:
- Enable Notifications: Get alerts when NMFC Data updates are rolled out, including created, modified, or canceled items.
- Use Favorites & Bookmarks: Keep the most critical items for your business front and center for quick access by saving items to your ClassIT+ My Favorites.
- Collaborate Internally: Use the Company Common feature to align across teams by sharing Favorites, History, Bookmarks, and Comments.
| TIP: Check out the following articles in our Help Center for more information: Managing ClassIT+ What’s New Notifications Exploring ClassIT+ My Favorites Working with the ClassIT+ NMFC Bookmarks Exploring the ClassIT+ Company Common |
The Industry is Moving Forward, Are You?
Dozens of industry publications have spotlighted how these changes are shifting freight operations. Companies are refining pricing models, updating systems, and investing in tools to support real-time classification accuracy:
If you’re still unsure about one of your go-to items, there’s no reason to delay.
Check Your Items Today
ClassIT+ gives your team the flexibility to move at their pace without sacrificing accuracy. Visit classitplus.nmfta.org to learn more and get started today.
