NMFC 136080 - Residue, Zinc Lead, in Drums | Class 55

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List NMFC 136080, Class 55 on the BOL and use the description “Residue, zinc lead, in drums” for clean, consistent rating.
2. Pack material in rigid steel or HDPE drums with tight, gasketed lids; use liners to contain fines and prevent seepage during transit.
3. Palletize drums on 48x40 pallets, band twice and stretch-wrap; keep drum rings inward and label gross weight for each piece.
4. Target 400–800 lb per drum based on handling gear, keep loads dry, and avoid mixing liquids to maintain non-hazardous status.

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

• Fixed Class 55 eliminates density disputes and reclass charges, protecting margins on dense metal byproducts.
• Non-hazardous status removes hazmat fees and shortens tendering, speeding pickups and reducing paperwork.
• Drummed packaging improves dock efficiency and carrier acceptance, lowering damage risk and OS&D costs.
• Predictable rating enables reliable freight cost forecasts for recycling and smelting return loops.