NMFC 123080 - Steel Blower/Fan Housings | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Reference NMFC 123080, Class 85 on the BOL and note if the housings move loose or in packages; include piece count and basic dims/weight for smooth carrier pricing.
2. If shipping loose, band housings to skids or into wood cradles, cap sharp flanges and open ends, and add VCI wrap to curb surface rust during multi-stop LTL.
3. For packaged units, separate nested shells with fiberboard or foam to prevent metal-on-metal scuffs, add corner protectors, and block/brace to stop round housings from rolling.
4. Label handling needs: arrows for orientation, ‘Do Not Stack’ for thin-gauge shells, and indicate lift points to avoid dents from forks or slings.

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

• Predictable costs: a fixed Class 85 removes density-driven reclass risks and stabilizes LTL quotes for varying shell sizes.
• Packaging flexibility: approved as loose or packaged, letting maintenance teams and OEMs ship on tight timelines without over-prepping.
• Fewer damage claims: guidance focused on flanges, edges, and round-body restraint reduces dents and rework, lowering total landed cost.
• Simple compliance: non-hazardous commodity broadens carrier choices, streamlines paperwork, and supports faster tender-to-pickup cycles.