NMFC 139930 - Nickel Powder in Boxes or Drums | Class N/A

Note 139931: NOTE-Provisions on nickel powder, NOI, apply only on powder produced by chemical precipitation from ore.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List NMFC 139930 on the BOL and mark HazMat. Attach the current SDS and include a 24/7 emergency contact to meet carrier and DOT documentation expectations.
2. Use UN-rated boxes (4G) with sealed inner liners or UN-rated drums with moisture barriers. Anti-static liners and taped closures help contain fine powder and prevent dusting.
3. Palletize with even weight distribution; band and stretch wrap. Apply orientation arrows and HazMat labels on two opposite sides for quick terminal identification.
4. Segregate from oxidizers and acids, keep dry, and ground handling equipment to reduce ignition risk from static. Avoid co-loading with food or feed products.

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

• Accurate NMFC 139930 use lowers reclass and HazMat penalties, cutting avoidable fees and chargebacks from carriers.
• UN-compliant packaging reduces leakage and cleanup claims, improving acceptance across carrier networks and accelerating cross-dock handling.
• Clear HazMat docs and segregation instructions minimize refusals and dwell time, keeping transit predictable and avoiding re-delivery costs.
• Consistent prep and labeling expand carrier options and bidding, improving capacity access and stabilizing LTL freight rates for repeat shipments.