FAK (Freight All Kinds)

Freight All Kinds (FAK) is a shipping industry term that refers to a tariff classification for various goods grouped together under a single freight rate. Unlike specific itemized rates for individual commodities, FAK allows for the shipment of diverse goods, often of different types and sizes, under a unified rate. This simplifies the pricing structure and administrative processes for shipping companies and provides flexibility for shippers with a variety of cargo.

FAK is particularly beneficial when transporting mixed or consolidated loads encompassing a range of commodities, allowing for cost-effective and streamlined logistics.

When handling diverse items on a single pallet, individual freight classifications can lead to billing errors and paperwork challenges. Freight All Kinds (FAK) simplifies this for consolidators and freight forwarders by grouping commodities of different classes under a single classification.