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NMFC 142700 - Oil, Water or Gas Well Supplies | Class N/A

Article ID
142700
Umbrella for oil, water, and gas well supplies
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Shown under Ungrouped Articles for well gear
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
No fixed class; use specific sub-items
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous freight; standard LTL handling

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
142700.00 OIL, WATER OR GAS WELL GROUP: Articles consist of Oil, Water or Gas Well Supplies, as described in items subject to this grouping.

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Identify the exact oilfield item (casing, tubing, wellhead valves, downhole tools) and select the specific NMFC sub-item; this group header does not set the class.
  2. Document packaging per handling unit: palletized valves, crated wellhead assemblies, or banded pipe bundles with end caps and wood chocks, plus dimensions and weight.
  3. Note pickup/delivery conditions common to rigs and yards: appointments, limited access, muddy surfaces, or driver assist. Add accessorials to avoid carrier refusals.
  4. For oily or used gear, cap threads, drain residual fluids, and wrap with poly or drip liners to prevent seepage even though the freight is non-hazardous.

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

Business Value

  • Reduce reclass and surprise charges by mapping each item to its correct NMFC sub-item instead of relying on the group header.
  • Cut damage risk and downtime costs by protecting threads, sealing pressure faces, and stabilizing bundles for forklift handling.
  • Speed quoting and tendering with standard pack methods (pallet, crate, bundle) and clear counts per handling unit for accurate LTL rating.
  • Avoid hazmat fees and extra paperwork thanks to the non-hazardous designation, streamlining dispatch and transit.