NMFC 105720 – Mill Cinder/Scale in Drums | Class 50

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use tight-head steel drums with secure bolt-ring lids and, if dusty fines are present, add liners to prevent leaks and keep terminals clean.
2. Palletize drums on sturdy 4-way pallets, double-band with steel or heavy poly strap, and block to stop roll-off; avoid stacking if drums could deform.
3. On the BOL, write: “Mill cinder or mill scale, in drums – NMFC 105720, Class 50” so carriers rate correctly without density data.
4. Keep drums dry to prevent staining and mess during transit; stretch-wrap and corner-protect, and verify each drum’s gross weight meets carrier lift limits.

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

• Fixed Class 50 rating streamlines quoting and eliminates density disputes, reducing reclass and rebill risk.
• Low class for heavy drums helps secure competitive LTL rates, improving margins on scrap/byproduct moves to foundries and cement plants.
• Standard drum packaging is widely accepted, cutting handling damage and claims while speeding cross-dock turns.
• Clear NMFC mapping accelerates TMS tendering and broker workflows, lowering admin time and improving rate shopping accuracy.