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NMFC 177020 - Laundry Sour in Boxes | Class 55

Article ID
177020
NMFC 177020: Laundry sour, boxed
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped listing; simple, standalone class
Class Range
55 1 classification
Always rated at Class 55
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous; no hazmat surcharge

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
177020.00 Sour, laundry, NOI, in bags, boxes, drums or pails 55

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. List on the BOL as: Sour, laundry, NOI — boxes, NMFC 177020, Class 55, non-hazardous. Keep the packaging type as boxes to match the listing.
  2. Use heavy-duty corrugated boxes with sealed inner containers and a poly liner; add absorbent pads to control minor leaks and protect neighboring freight.
  3. Palletize tightly: no overhang, use corner boards and stretch wrap; avoid stacking with alkalis or bleach products to prevent chemical incompatibility issues.
  4. Include the SDS with shipment and label cartons “Laundry Sour, Non-Hazardous.” Note lot numbers for traceability to laundries, hospitality, healthcare, or uniform services.

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

Business Value

  • Fixed Class 55 simplifies quoting and budgeting—no density calculation or dimensional breakpoints to manage.
  • Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat fees and special handling surcharges, reducing total landed cost.
  • Clear NMFC mapping (177020) lowers reclassification risk, helping prevent delays, reweighs, and surprise rate adjustments.
  • Box-friendly packaging streamlines LTL consolidation, improving cube efficiency and damage prevention for recurring supply shipments.