NMFC 164470 - Steel CO2 Bottles, 2/Bundle | Class 125

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Bundle two steel bottles per NMFC: place one inverted over the other, add valve caps, use edge protectors, and band with at least two straps; palletize to stop rolling.
2. Confirm each container holds 2+ gallons and note the exact BOL line: “Steel CO2 bottles or carbonated beverage containers, two per bundle (one inverted), NMFC 164470, Class 125, non-hazardous.”
3. Stabilize the bundle with V-blocks or chocks and stretch wrap; keep labels visible and mark Do Not Stack if pallets above could load onto the cylinder crowns.
4. Document compliance before pickup—photos of the inverted pairing, strap count, caps, and pallet condition help prevent reclass or damage disputes.

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

• Predictable pricing via fixed Class 125—no density calculations, cleaner quotes, and fewer bill-of-lading corrections.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat paperwork and fees, reducing total landed cost and speeding tendering.
• Specified two-per-bundle orientation reduces valve impacts and roll risk, cutting claims and equipment downtime for beverage operations.
• Standardized packaging streamlines recurring restaurant, café, and brewery routes, improving turn times and driver handling efficiency.