NMFC 137360 - Papermakers' Mineral Pulp | Class 50

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List the exact item on the BOL as: "Mineral pulp, papermakers', calcium aluminate/lithopone/satin white — NMFC 137360 — Class 50" and note packaging as bags or drums with counts and total weight.
2. For bagged product, stack on dry 40x48 pallets with interlocked rows, avoid overhang, add a top sheet, and stretch-wrap tightly; use poly-lined bags or a pallet cover when humidity is a concern.
3. For drums, ensure ring locks are secured, apply chime protectors, place labels outward, and band drums to pallets with at least two steel or poly straps plus corner boards for stability.
4. Request dry, enclosed equipment and avoid co-loading near liquids; no density is required for rating at Class 50, but include pallet weight and dimensions to prevent reweigh or reclass.

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

• Class 50 rating delivers competitive LTL pricing, lowering cost per pallet for mills, paper coaters, and chemical distributors.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat fees and carrier restrictions, simplifying carrier selection and transit planning.
• Single-item coverage for calcium aluminate, lithopone pulp, and satin white in bags or drums reduces disputes and speeds rating.
• Clear NMFC alignment improves claim defensibility and reduces administrative time from reclassifications or inspections.