NMFC 176325 - Silica, colloidal, liquid | Class 55

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List on the BOL as “Silica, colloidal, liquid, in drums or in containers in boxes — NMFC 176325 — Class 55 — Non-hazardous” to prevent reclass.
2. For drums: tighten bungs/rings, add tamper seals, and place leak-absorbent pads under lids. For boxed containers: use double‑wall cartons with plastic liners and “This Side Up” arrows.
3. Palletize tightly: no overhang, use corner boards, stretch‑wrap to the deck, and add two bands around drums or the master carton to resist slosh movement.
4. Request Protect From Freezing in cold weather and note accessorials (liftgate, limited access) when shipping heavy drums to labs, plants, or job sites.

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

• Class 55 keeps LTL costs lower versus higher chemical classes, improving per-shipment economics.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges and expands carrier options for faster tendering.
• Simple, non-density classification reduces reclass and rebill risk, stabilizing your landed cost.
• Standard drum or boxed-container packaging lowers damage exposure and claim frequency.