NMFC 176400 - Silicon Carbide, crude | Class 50

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Mark the BOL with NMFC 176400 and Class 50, and specify the package type used (bags, boxes, or drums). Example: 40x48 pallet, 50‑lb bags, stretch-wrapped with a top sheet.
2. Choose rugged containment to resist abrasion: multiwall bags with liners, fiber/steel drums with ring closures, or corrugated boxes with interior liners. Add corner boards before stretch wrap.
3. Control dust and protect nearby freight by using sealed liners, full pallet stretch wrap, and a slip sheet on the pallet deck. Avoid co-loading next to delicate electronics or finished surfaces.
4. Keep product dry to prevent caking and handling issues; use covered equipment and note “Keep Dry.” Limit stack height on pallets and verify pallet strength for heavy, dense loads.

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

• Fixed Class 50 enables predictable LTL pricing on a dense, rugged commodity, often lowering base rates versus higher classes.
• Single-line NMFC with no density break minimizes reclass disputes, cutting accessorials, delays, and post-shipment billing surprises.
• Accepts common industrial packaging (bags, boxes, drums), simplifying procurement across suppliers and reducing repack costs.
• Better containment and palletization reduce product loss and cross-contamination, protecting material quality for foundry and refractory workflows.