NMFC 176475: Steel Parts Sinks/Tanks | Class 150–300

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Match packaging to the subclass: crating often qualifies for the lower end of Class 150–300, while boxing may rate higher—confirm specifics in your NMFC subscription.
2. Prep the unit like food/maintenance equipment: fully drain and dry, cap all ports and fittings, bag loose hardware, and add edge guards to rims and seams before boxing or crating.
3. Build transport-friendly bases: secure sinks or tanks to a skid or inside a crate with blocking and banding, allow 4‑way forklift access, and prevent overhang to reduce reweighs and damage.
4. Mark orientation and handling needs: use This Side Up and Center of Gravity labels; if shells are thin, add Do Not Stack cones and internal bracing to avoid deformation.

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

• Optimize costs by selecting packaging that lands the shipment in the lower subclass—crating can cut LTL linehaul while boosting protection.
• Non-hazardous listing speeds tendering and avoids hazmat fees, keeping dairy and maintenance operations on schedule.
• Reduced claim exposure: internal bracing and capped fittings minimize dents, punctures, and contamination, protecting warranty and service margins.
• Clean paperwork prevents reclass fees: cite NMFC 176475, list exact dimensions and packaging type (box or crate), and avoid inspection delays.