NMFC 14490 - CO2/O2 Controls, Food Storage | Class 92.5

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Put NMFC 14490 and Class 92.5 on the BOL and specify packaging as “boxes” or “crates” so carriers don’t default to density rules.
2. Protect sensitive electronics and sensors with foam-in-place or dense bubble, then immobilize components; in crates, block and brace to prevent panel flex.
3. Do not ship gas cylinders with the apparatus. Send CO2 bottles or oxygen tanks separately to maintain non-hazmat status and avoid refused freight.
4. Moisture matters in cold-chain gear—bag units in poly, add desiccant packs, and use tilt/shock indicators for controls used in ripening rooms or walk-in coolers.

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

• Fixed Class 92.5 gives predictable LTL rating, simplifying quotes and avoiding density disputes.
• Non-hazardous classification helps bypass hazmat surcharges and carrier restrictions, reducing total landed cost.
• Accurate packaging notation (boxed or crated) minimizes reclass/rebill risk and shortens claims cycles.
• Fewer in-transit failures keep cold rooms and ripening facilities online, protecting inventory quality and revenue.