NMFC 149500 - Paints Group Materials | Class N/A
Find paints, paint materials, and putty under NMFC 149500. Covers grouped items in cans, pails, or tubs with class range N/A. Non-hazardous for easy quoting.
Freight Group ID
149500
Group header for paints, materials, and putty
Total Articles
1
NMFC articles in this group
Class Range
70
No fixed class; use specific paint items
NMFC Articles in this Group
How to Use This Classification
- Use this group as your starting point, then match to a specific paint or putty NMFC item by packaging: 1-gallon cans in trays, 5-gallon pails, or small tubs and cartridges.
- On the BOL, be precise: “Paints Group—non-hazardous, water-based, sealed 1-gal cans, 4 per case, 48 cases on 1 pallet.” Include counts, container type, and seal style.
- Prevent seepage and scuffing: secure lever-lock or ring-lock pail lids, add can clips, line cartons with poly and absorbent pads, use corner boards, and stretch-wrap with a top sheet.
- Plan for temperature sensitivity: request Freeze Protection for latex or water-based paints in winter and avoid high heat for putties; mark pallets “Do Not Freeze” as needed.
Business Value
- Non-hazardous classification widens carrier options and avoids hazmat surcharges, keeping LTL rates competitive.
- Accurate group-to-item mapping reduces reclasses and inspection delays, lowering unexpected fees and detention risk.
- Improved packaging practices cut leakage-related claims and OS&D costs, protecting margins and customer satisfaction.
- Clear, consistent BOL wording speeds up quoting and tender acceptance, improving on-time dispatch and cash flow.