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NMFC 120775 - Unit Heater Steel Enclosures | Class 250

Article ID
120775
NMFC 120775: sheet-steel unit heater enclosures
Freight Group
MACHINERY GROUP
Machinery Group classification for equipment housings
Class Range
250 1 classification
Class 250 fixed rate, density not applied
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous material, standard carrier handling

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
120775.00 Enclosures or Housings, unit heater, sheet steel, see Note, item 120776, in packages 250

Notes

Note 120776: NOTE-Applies only on enclosures or housings for heaters with extended-surface elements or burners, mounted with a motor-driven fan.

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Declare NMFC 120775, Class 250, non-hazardous on the BOL and describe the commodity as sheet-steel unit heater enclosures; no density entry is needed.
  2. Pack each housing in a rigid carton or wood crate with foam or blocking; guard corners and mounting tabs, cap sharp edges, and brace long panels to prevent flex and dents.
  3. Add corrosion protection with a VCI bag or light oil film, then fully seal the package; cover louvers and control cutouts to keep dust and hardware from entering.
  4. For LTL handling, place sealed packages on a pallet, strap and stretch-wrap into one unit with zero overhang; use orientation labels and avoid stacking unless crated.

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

Business Value

  • Predictable pricing with a fixed Class 250 rating—fast quotes without density calculations.
  • Lower claim risk by reinforcing thin-gauge steel panels, reducing rework and replacement costs.
  • Accurate NMFC 120775 declaration curbs reclass and rebill exposure, strengthening audit compliance.
  • Consolidated, palletized packages move cleaner through cross-docks, cutting handling time and accessorials.