NMFC 178760 - Starch, NOI | Class 55–60

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Identify the commodity as Starch, NOI on the BOL with NMFC 178760 and select the applicable class (55 or 60) for boxed shipments.
2. Use rigid corrugated cartons with a poly liner to contain powder and moisture; tape all seams and place cartons on pallets with zero overhang.
3. Stabilize with stretch wrap, corner boards, and a top sheet labeled Keep Dry to limit dust escape and humidity exposure through cross-dock transfers.
4. Provide carton count and piece weights (e.g., 24 boxes at 40 lb each) so carriers rate correctly and avoid reweigh or reclass charges.

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

• Class 55–60 delivers competitive LTL rates for dense, boxed dry goods, lowering per-pound costs on recurring lanes.
• Non-hazardous status eliminates hazmat surcharges and streamlines tendering, improving pickup reliability.
• Clear NMFC details on paperwork reduce reclassification disputes, preventing surprise invoices and delays.
• Well-palletized, sealed cartons cut spill risk and damage claims, protecting fill rates and customer satisfaction.