Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 179290.00 | Stearine, inedible, when derived from animal fats, not animal fatty acid, red oil or stearic acid, in bulk in drums | 55 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Quote as Class 55 without density. Describe as inedible stearine from animal fats in bulk drums, not stearic acid, red oil, or animal fatty acid.
- Palletize four tight-head 55-gallon drums on a 48×48 pallet; use drum rings or cradles, band and stretch wrap, orient bungs up, and mark pallets “INEDIBLE.”
- Manage temperature: product may solidify. If loaded warm, note heat needs, consider drum heaters or insulated covers in winter, and only declare no-freeze when contracted.
- Provide spec/SDS, drum type (steel or HDPE), net/gross weights, and piece counts. Request liftgate, pallet jack, or no-touch service for safe drum handling.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Fixed Class 55 delivers predictable, lower LTL rates for dense, drum-packed stearine.
- Non-hazardous status eliminates hazmat surcharges and broadens carrier availability.
- Drum format improves stowability and durability, cutting damages and claim costs.
- Clear labeling distinct from stearic acid/red oil reduces reclass fees and delays.