NMFC 154900 - Peat or Peat Moss | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Print NMFC 154900 and Class 70 on the BOL and labels to prevent reclass or rebill when tendering peat or peat moss.
2. Unitize boxes or sealed bags on pallets: use a top cap, corner boards, and full stretch wrap (including a bottom ‘belly band’) to contain dust and prevent sifting.
3. Protect from moisture. Specify dry van service, add “Keep Dry” handling notes, and avoid stow next to liquids or chemicals that could leak.
4. Limit crushing. Request light top-load or non-stack when shipping compressed bales, and avoid placing heavy freight above peat to preserve package integrity.

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

• Predictable pricing with a fixed Class 70—no density breakpoints to calculate, streamlining quotes and audits.
• Non-hazardous designation reduces compliance steps and avoids hazmat fees, accelerating booking and pickup.
• Boxed or properly bagged unit loads cut OS&D risk, lowering claims and improving on-time, shelf-ready delivery for garden centers and growers.
• Clear single-class classification minimizes reclass charges and delays, keeping LTL operations efficient during seasonal demand spikes.