NMFC 107880 - Steam-Jacketed Steel Kettles | Class 77.5

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List NMFC 107880 and Class 77.5 on the BOL and specify if shipping loose or in packages to avoid reclass or inspection delays.
2. Cap and protect steam jacket ports and fittings; band guards over inlets/outlets and shrink-wrap the body. Example: cap 1.5 in NPT ports and cushion with foam.
3. Ship upright on a heavy-duty skid or pallet; block and brace the base and use rubber mats to prevent metal-to-metal abrasion on the jacket.
4. For loose moves, add edge protectors and multiple steel bands; for crated packages, include internal tie-downs and mark Center of Gravity and Do Not Stack.

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

• Fixed Class 77.5 simplifies quoting and reduces reclass risk, keeping LTL costs predictable for food, beverage, and process equipment shippers.
• Heavy plate-steel construction is durable, lowering damage claims when properly braced, which reduces loss, delays, and replacement costs.
• Flexibility to ship loose or packaged lets you match protection level to route and carrier, optimizing spend without compromising safety.
• Non-hazardous status streamlines carrier selection and avoids hazmat fees, shortening tender-to-pickup cycles and improving transit reliability.