Should I Renew my SCAC Code?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by PE_T, Apr 18, 2019.

  1. PE_T

    PE_T Road Train Member

    I’ve had my SCAC code since last year, but not once was I required to present it to anyone. Some broker packages ask for it, but it appears to be optional. I think I’ve seen brokers use their SCAC code instead. By the way, I haul reefer. I think it’s useless to pay $76 for something I’m not even sure I’ll ever need. Any thoughts?
     
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  3. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    Have not needed it since the last time on a port.
    Like 7 years ago.
     
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  4. HopeOverMope

    HopeOverMope Road Train Member

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    Well to get into port of Baltimore by yourself you need Emodel. To get Emodel you need a SCAC code. That’s pretty much where I see it benefiting. If from time to time you go to the ports for pick up or delivery
     
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  5. Midwest Trucker

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    I didn’t have it for like my first 8 yrs. Then a few yrs ago a broker required it so we had to rush and figure out what to do and get setup. It is nice to have handy for when it’s asked for. Somehow I feel like it makes us a little more “official” and big company like for only $76/yr which as you know is pretty much nothing in trucking.

    I can lean to the side to fart and at least that much comes out. :D
     
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  6. PE_T

    PE_T Road Train Member

    I think I’ll give it another year, seeing how I have been adding several new brokers to my arsenal lately. :)
     
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  7. Rideandrepair

    Rideandrepair Road Train Member

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    How do I get one? Google it I suppose, I’ve been asked for it many times, always put N/A, however a few yrs back I noticed a Shipper had one assigned to Me. They must have made it up for their system, as I’ve never applied for or needed one. Good to know about some Ports requiring it though. If I break down and get a Twix card maybe I’ll get Me one of those fancy official scac, codes. Then I’ll be an important Truckdriver. Along with my fancy clip board. Lol
     
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  8. PE_T

    PE_T Road Train Member

    This is the site. Scroll down to the bottom of the page, and click “Apply for SCAC.” It’s very easy to get one. The renewal is every year.

    National Motor Freight Traffic Association
     
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  9. Midwest Trucker

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    Your not a “real deal” trucker until you have one. So right now your not in the club. :D

    Your like a groupie waiting outside the door trying to get a peek at the rock star truckers on the inside.
     
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  10. Ezrider_48501

    Ezrider_48501 Road Train Member

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    i use mine quite a bit but i haul cross border freight from canada, if you never haul out of ports or across borders and don't have plans to then you probably don't need it. its pretty easy to get again if you find that you need it later.
     
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  11. Ezrider_48501

    Ezrider_48501 Road Train Member

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    To get your SCAC Code
    - Customs and Border Protection 703-838-1810 website: http://www.nmfta.org
     
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