NMFC 174420 - Shipping Drum Bodies, Open Seam | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Show NMFC 174420 and Class 70 on the BOL, and describe the freight as “shipping drum bodies, side seams open, nested, in bundles” with accurate bundle and piece counts.
2. Bundle tightly with steel or polyester strapping and corner protectors; add top and bottom cap boards to prevent out‑of‑round distortion of the drum body shells.
3. Palletize for forklifts using full-support skids that match the drum body diameter; mark Do Not Crush and use spacers so forks don’t spear the nested edges.
4. Keep bundles flat and avoid over‑stacking; for longer transits add VCI wrap or rust inhibitor to protect sheet steel surfaces from moisture.

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

• Predictable LTL pricing at Class 70, leveraging the nesting efficiency of drum bodies to lower dimensional charges and overall freight spend.
• Faster quoting and fewer reclass disputes because this simple NMFC item does not require density calculations when declared correctly.
• Reduced damage risk with purpose-built bundling and palletizing, cutting claims and keeping downstream drum assembly lines on schedule.
• Improved warehouse flow: forklift-ready bundles speed loading, minimize handling time, and reduce accessorials linked to special handling.