NMFC 12530 - Sound Warning Alarms, Non-Plastic | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use strong corrugated boxes or wood crates meeting Package 1273. Block and brace bell housings and diaphragms with foam so nothing vibrates in transit.
2. For skidded loads, band and shrink-wrap tightly, keep all horns within the pallet footprint, add corner boards and a top cap, and mark Do Not Top-Load if bells are exposed.
3. List the exact NMFC on the BOL: “Alarms, Horns or Signals, NOI, other than plastic – NMFC 12530 – Class 85” to prevent reclass or inspection delays.
4. Separate heavy brackets, compressors, or mounting hardware inside the crate to stop metal-on-metal abrasion—common for industrial sirens, marine horns, and plant warning units.

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

• Predictable quoting: fixed Class 85 (no density scale) reduces surprise reclass fees and stabilizes LTL budgeting.
• Non-hazardous status streamlines carrier selection and avoids hazmat surcharges or special paperwork.
• Claims defense improves when using boxes, crates, Package 1273, or skids as specified—less damage to resonators and terminals.
• Operational efficiency for OEMs and integrators: consolidate multi-unit orders on a single skid to cut touches and speed outbound fulfillment.