Several Standard Carrier Alpha Code® (SCAC™)-related products and services are available to assist with your organization's needs. Understanding how they work together helps carriers, shippers, and platforms use the right tool for the right purpose.
See the following sections to learn more:
SCAC Products at a Glance
| Product | Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
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SCAC (Standard Carrier Alpha Code) |
Code | The transportation industry's Carrier identifier. It is a unique two-to-four letter code used to identify motor carriers and transportation providers. |
| SCAC UI (scaccode.com) |
Website | Website for applying and renewing SCACs. |
| SCAC Verified™ (scacverified.com) |
Website | Lookup directory to check and confirm SCAC status and verification method. |
| SCAC API (Web Services) | API | Allows integration of and access to SCAC status and verification data. |
| SCAC Data Distribution Services | Data Files | Provides access to data files for larger enterprise needs. Available on a daily or quarterly basis. |
| Each product serves a distinct purpose. Separating products helps ensure clarity, security, and scalability. Transactional activities (like applying or renewing) are kept separate from lookup and data access tools. |
Which product should I use?
| Product | When to Use |
|---|---|
|
SCAC ( Standard Carrier Alpha Code) |
If you move freight, chances are you need a SCAC. It is embedded into contracts, load tenders, transportation management systems (TMS), customs filings, and government programs. And, it is often required for doing business across the freight transportation ecosystem, including with shippers, brokers, platforms, and government agencies.
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| SCAC UI (scaccode.com) |
If you need to apply for a new SCAC or renew an existing one, go to scaccode.com. |
| SCAC Verified (scacverified.com) |
If you need to check a SCAC's status (active or expired) or it's verificatoin method (FMCSA data or ID), then use SCAC Verified. |
| SCAC API (Web Services) | If you want access to real-time data updates and to integrate SCAC data into your company's system in order to streamline checking SCAC statuses and verification methods, then use the SCAC API. |
| SCAC Data Distribution Services |
If you want integrate SCAC data files into your company's system in order to streamline checking SCAC statuses and verification methods, then use the SCAC Data Distribution Services. Note that data files are received on a daily or quarterly basis, depending on your subscription. |
How do I get started?
To apply for a SCAC or renew an existing one, go to scaccode.com.
To learn more about our products, see the following:
- Our Getting Started section in the Help Center.
- Our SCAC product pages on our NMFTA website.
- Our SCAC API section in the Help Center for those interested in the SCAC API.