NMFC 154610 - Parachutes, NOI | Class 150

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Select sturdy packaging: double-wall boxes for sport rigs; wood crates for cargo or training chutes. Bag the canopy, add desiccant, and coil lines to prevent snags.
2. Block and brace inside the crate, fill voids, and use smooth inner liners. Mark “Do Not Crush” and “Keep Dry”; avoid exposed staples or hardware that can catch lines.
3. Document clearly on the BOL: “Parachutes, NOI — NMFC 154610, Class 150,” and choose the correct packaging type (box or crate). Class is fixed; include weight and dimensions for rating and capacity planning.
4. Confirm no pyrotechnic cutters, CO2 cartridges, or other pressurized components travel with the canopy. If present, ship those separately as hazmat to keep this entry non-hazardous.

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

• Fixed Class 150 eliminates density disputes, cutting reclass and audit fees.
• Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and avoids hazmat surcharges, accelerating tender-to-pickup timelines.
• Purposeful boxing/crating reduces OS&D claims and preserves high-value gear for immediate field use.
• Predictable classification improves quote accuracy and budgeting, letting you optimize packaging for protection rather than densification.