NMFC 111820 - Grease-Binder Lubricant | Class 65

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Pack the grease in sealed inner containers (pails, cartridges, or cans) and place them inside sturdy double-wall boxes lined with poly bags to prevent seepage. Palletize, shrink-wrap, and mark This Side Up.
2. For bulk drums, ensure bungs and closures are tight, use rim clamps or drum rings on pallets, and add absorbent pads around lids. Example: 55-gal fibered grease drum banded to a four-way pallet.
3. Limit heat exposure to reduce oil bleed and mess. Avoid high-temperature trailers in summer, and note colder-weather thickening so handling crews expect slower flow.
4. On the BOL, describe: “Lubricant, grease-binder, non-petroleum, combined with fiber — NMFC 111820, Class 65.” Include “not oiled waste” to prevent misclassification.

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

• Fixed Class 65 simplifies quoting and reduces reclass risk since density details are not required for this item type.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat fees and broadens carrier options, improving lane coverage and transit flexibility.
• Proper boxed or drum packing minimizes leaks and cleanup charges, cutting claim costs and protecting on-time performance.
• Accurate NMFC labeling speeds inspections and dock handling, reducing hold times and preventing surprise accessorials.