NMFC 101710 - Ink & Related Materials | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use this group to pinpoint the correct ink-related NMFC item, then match it to your exact product type and packaging (e.g., water‑based ink in cans, plastic cartridges in cartons).
2. Spell out composition and format on the BOL: “water‑based printing ink, plastic cartridges, nonhazardous.” Include an SDS when available to speed carrier review.
3. Package for leak resistance: seal lids, line cartons with poly bags, add absorbent pads, and keep containers upright. Band and shrink‑wrap pallets; apply orientation arrows.
4. Capture exact counts, total weight, and pallet dimensions for quoting. Since no fixed class is shown here, carriers may request the specific sub‑item—have photos and pack details ready.

Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.

• Faster quoting and booking by using the group as a roadmap to the precise ink sub‑item, cutting delays and back‑and‑forth with carriers.
• Lower risk of reclass and rebills through clear descriptions and consistent, leak‑resistant packaging tailored to inks and related supplies.
• Avoid unnecessary hazmat fees where applicable, as this entry is nonhazardous, improving landed cost and simplifying carrier selection.
• Fewer damage claims and service interruptions by standardizing pack‑outs (e.g., pails on 48x40 pallets, upright only) and labeling for handling.