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NMFC 154930 - Frac Propping Pellets in Bags | Class 55

Article ID
154930
Bagged alumina/glass proppant pellets for oilfields
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped, fixed rating oilfield proppant entry
Class Range
55 1 classification
Low, dense freight—ships at Class 55
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous, no hazmat paperwork or fees

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
154930.00 Pellets, Shot or Spheres, alumina or glass, oil well fracture propping or supporting, in bags 55

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. State 'alumina/glass proppant pellets, in bags—NMFC 154930, Class 55' on the BOL to prevent reclass and speed tender acceptance.
  2. Palletize bagged product on 48x40 heat-treated pallets; keep bags flush with the deck, add top caps, corner boards, and stretch wrap.
  3. For heavier moves, use super sacks on pallets or cradled in a van; block and brace to prevent shift, and avoid stacking beyond bag specs.
  4. Keep loads dry from yard to dock; use slip sheets or moisture barriers when staging outdoors or shipping from well sites.

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

Business Value

  • Fixed Class 55 rating improves LTL cost per ton and simplifies forecasting.
  • Non-hazardous designation eliminates hazmat surcharges and broadens carrier availability on oilfield lanes.
  • Bagged-packaging expectation reduces damage claims from burst bags and minimizes reclass risk.
  • Clear NMFC reference (154930) on paperwork accelerates quoting and helps lock in consistent rates.