NMFC 119200 - Machinery Cylinders | Class 70-85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use boxed or crated packaging with rigid blocking so the cylinder body cannot roll; band to a pallet or skid for safe forklift handling.
2. Cap all hydraulic ports, retract and secure the rod, and cover chrome surfaces with VCI wrap to prevent contamination and corrosion during transit.
3. Mark orientation (This Side Up) and center of gravity; support heavier gland or clevis ends to avoid rod bending when carriers stack or sort freight.
4. List NMFC 119200 on the BOL as Cylinders, machinery, packaged, and choose Class 70 or 85 per the applicable packaging subrule.

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

• Packaged cylinders qualify within Class 70-85, often yielding better LTL base rates versus shipping as general machinery.
• Accurate NMFC item and packaging notes on the BOL cut reclass risks and avoid surprise charges or delay fees.
• Forkliftable crates speed cross-dock transfers and reduce handling damage, minimizing costly downtime for presses, lifts, or loaders.
• Non-hazardous classification keeps compliance simple and avoids HazMat surcharges, streamlining scheduling across carrier terminals.