NMFC 123070 - Steel Bearing & Shaft Housings | Class 65

Note 123072: NOTE-Applies only on housings containing shafts and bearings but not containing gears or other driving mechanism.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Verify fit: this applies to steel housings for bearings and shafts shipped in boxes under NMFC 123070. Note item 123072 may outline exceptions or special conditions.
2. Choose sturdy packaging: use double‑wall corrugated for heavier housings, wrap each piece, cap bores/shaft ends, and line with foam or pads to prevent metal-to-metal contact.
3. Stabilize the load: fill voids with dense cushioning, keep weight centered, mark HEAVY/TEAM LIFT when applicable, and consider palletizing the closed boxes for safer LTL handling.
4. Document clearly: print NMFC 123070 and Class 65 on the BOL, describe as “steel bearing/shaft housings, boxed,” and include count, total weight, and any rust‑inhibitor use.

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

• Predictable costing: fixed Class 65 eliminates density calculations and reduces reclass disputes on steel housings.
• Damage control: boxed packaging guidance lowers claim risk on precision-machined housings and keeps freight moving.
• Simpler compliance: non-hazardous status avoids hazmat fees and specialized paperwork for motor carrier pickup.
• Operational clarity: precise NMFC labeling speeds carrier inspections and prevents delays, reweighs, and billing adjustments.