Dense industrial rolls
Compact pallet of heavy industrial tape rolls
48 × 40 × 36 in
Packaged weight: 2100 lb
- Cubic feet
- 40.00
- Density
- 52.50 lb/cu ft
Estimated class
Density-based
50
Tape LTL Shipping Guide
Freight Class for Tape
To estimate your shipment, use the Tape Freight Class Calculator.
The Tape Freight Class Examples use the current 13-tier density scale, effective July 19, 2025, and range from Class 50 to 125.
These are density-based estimates.
Tape density calculator
Calculate Your Tape Freight Class
A palletized tape shipment is preloaded as an example. Adjust the packaged dimensions or weight to calculate your tape freight class.
Your result
Cubic feet
53.33
Density
30.00
lb/cu ft
Estimated freight class
60
This is an example density-based estimate. Update any field to calculate your shipment.
Tape shipment examples
Tape Freight Class Examples
These examples use packaged outside dimensions and the site’s density-to-class chart. They are examples only, not fixed classes for all tape shipments.
Cartoned tape cases
Standard cases of packaging tape on a pallet
48 × 40 × 48 in
Packaged weight: 1600 lb
- Cubic feet
- 53.33
- Density
- 30.00 lb/cu ft
Estimated class
Density-based
60
Light display packs
Bulky retail displays and lightweight tape assortments
60 × 48 × 66 in
Packaged weight: 800 lb
- Cubic feet
- 110.00
- Density
- 7.27 lb/cu ft
Estimated class
Density-based
125
Tape shipment comparison
Tape Freight Class by Shipment Type
Tape shipments range from dense industrial rolls to lightweight retail display packs. Freight class depends on roll diameter, core size, case cube, adhesive sensitivity, temperature exposure, carton compression strength, and whether the pallet can safely accept top load.
| Tape shipment | Typical packaging | Density tendency | Stackability | Planning note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial adhesive rolls | Heavy rolls in reinforced cases | Very high | Usually stackable | Support roll cores and prevent telescoping. |
| Packaging tape cases | Cartons on standard pallets | High | Usually stackable | Protect cartons from moisture and heat. |
| Large foam or specialty tape | Bulky cases with lower density | Medium | Limited | Avoid crushing and adhesive deformation. |
| Retail display packs | Mixed cartons and display trays | Low | Non-stackable | Protect display packaging and assortments. |
tape shipping options
Choosing a Shipping Method for Tape
The right service depends on tape size, packaging, stackability, and handling needs.
| Tape shipment | Common shipping option |
|---|---|
| Uniform industrial-roll cases | Standard LTL |
| Packaging tape cartons | Standard LTL |
| Temperature-sensitive specialty tape | Protected LTL |
| Retail displays or mixed promotional loads | Limited-stack LTL |
Large, irregular, non-stackable, unusually valuable, or specially handled tape shipments may need carrier review before booking.
Tape Packaging, Stackability, and Damage Risk
Tape Packaging
- Pack rolls in reinforced corrugated cases with core supports, dividers, or end pads that prevent telescoping and edge damage.
- Use corner boards, rigid top caps, stretch wrap, and moisture barriers without compressing foam-backed or specialty adhesive products.
- Separate heat-sensitive, double-sided, masking, filament, and printed tapes by product type, lot, and storage requirement.
Tape Stackability
- Uniform tape cases may stack when cartons are compression-rated and pallet corners remain aligned.
- Heavy industrial rolls should be stacked in stable layers with core orientation and case strength verified for top load.
- Treat retail displays, open trays, large foam-tape cases, and heat-sensitive specialty products as limited-stack or non-stackable.
Tape Core, Adhesive, Temperature, and Carton Compression Protection
- Prevent crushed cores, telescoped rolls, bent edges, adhesive transfer, liner damage, moisture exposure, and carton collapse.
- Protect temperature-sensitive adhesives, printed surfaces, lot identity, shelf-life labels, and specialty release liners.
- Document tape type, roll count, case count, lot number, storage range, declared value, and pallet pattern.
Before Requesting a Tape Freight Quote
How to Measure a Packaged Tape Shipment
- Measure after all cases, dividers, core supports, top caps, wraps, and thermal covers are installed.
- Include bowed cartons, display projections, pallet overhang, and protective overpacks.
- Use the total packaged weight of tape rolls, cores, cartons, pallet, dividers, and securement.
Tape Freight Quote Checklist
- Measure the finished industrial-roll pallet, packaging-tape case load, specialty-tape shipment, or retail-display pallet.
- Record the total packaged weight, tape type, roll count, case count, lot number, and storage range.
- State whether the cases are top-load rated or require limited-stack handling because of foam backing, heat sensitivity, display trays, or weak cartons.
- Include photos of roll cores, case condition, lot labels, thermal covers, corner boards, and pallet securement.
- Confirm temperature limits, moisture protection, liftgate, inside delivery, appointment, and limited-stack requirements.
Freight Planning Calculators
Calculate and Plan Your Tape Shipment
Use the freight class, density, pallet, and linear-feet calculators to plan your packaged LTL shipment.
Freight Class Calculator
Estimate freight class from packaged dimensions, weight, and density.
Freight Density Calculator
Calculate cubic feet and pounds per cubic foot for packaged freight.
Pallet Freight Calculator
Plan pallet dimensions, shipment weight, density, and configuration.
Freight Linear Feet Calculator
Estimate trailer-space usage for pallets and non-stackable freight.
Freight classes shown on this page are density-based estimates for shipment planning. Actual classification may also depend on value, handling requirements, liability, stowability, dimensions, and other commodity-specific factors. Confirm the final freight class with your carrier, broker, or official NMFC resources before shipping. NMFC® is a registered trademark of the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. FreightClassCalculator.tools is an independent calculator and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or licensed by NMFTA.