Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 117520.00 | Milking Outfits, see Note, item 117522, in boxes or Package 967 | 85 |
Notes
Note 117522: NOTE-Applies only on outfits consisting of vacuum pumps and motors and pulsators, tubing, teat cups, cocks, valves, and other necessary equipment or attachments for milking pails; or milking outfits consisting of pails with pulsators, tubing, teat cups, cocks, valves, traps, electric converters, clamps, rubber tubing, nipples or other necessary equipment, with or without motors or vacuum pumps.
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Use sturdy double-wall boxes or Package 967. Pad vacuum pumps, pulsators, and control panels with foam, cap ports, and coil hoses to prevent kinks and abrasion.
- If sending multiple boxes, unitize on a pallet and band tightly. Mark heavy-side and upright orientation, especially for pump assemblies with oil reservoirs.
- List Milking Outfits - NMFC 117520, Class 85, Non-Haz on the BOL. Include piece count and note any Package 967 pieces for carrier handling clarity.
- Check Note, Item 117522 for inclusions or exclusions (complete kits vs components) and to confirm any special packing nuances referenced by the NMFC.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Predictable pricing at Class 85 with no density calculations, reducing reclass disputes and accelerating quoting.
- Box or Package 967 flexibility lets you balance material cost with protection, lowering claim risk on stainless and plastic assemblies.
- Non-hazardous designation streamlines paperwork and avoids hazmat surcharges, shortening tender-to-pickup timelines.
- Clear NMFC alignment improves carrier acceptance and stabilizes LTL rates across lanes for recurring dairy equipment shipments.