NMFC 161320 - Floating Smoke Pots, Military | Cl 70-85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Declare on the BOL: “Floating smoke pots, military, boxed, no igniting devices; NMFC 161320, Class 70–85.” This prevents hazmat misflags and reclass.
2. Use sturdy corrugated boxes with inner padding so fuel blocks do not rub or shift; add a poly liner to contain dust or residue during transit.
3. Apply clear exterior markings such as “No Igniting Devices Included” and “Training/Signal Supply” to reduce carrier inspections and delays.
4. Palletize multiple cartons in a tight pattern, strap and wrap; keep labels visible on two sides for quick base or depot receiving.

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

• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges and special handling fees, lowering LTL costs on repeat shipments.
• Defined NMFC class range (70–85) and boxed packaging improve stowability, helping secure predictable rates and fewer reweigh/reclass charges.
• Accurate labeling and documentation speed carrier handoffs and military base gate entry, reducing detention and delivery uncertainty.
• Damage-minimizing pack methods cut claim risk on fuel block contents, protecting margins for defense suppliers and training contractors.