NMFC 179480 - Bottle Stoppers in Boxes | Class 70-100

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Identify the correct subclass for NMFC 179480 by the stopper material (cork, rubber, or plastic) and confirm it ships in boxes; density isn’t used for the class, but list dimensions and weight for carrier rating.
2. Use clean, odor-free corrugated cartons with inner poly liners or bags to prevent taint and moisture; add dividers or small-count inner packs so loose stoppers don’t migrate or split seams in transit.
3. Palletize small cartons on a 48×40 pallet, brick-stack to the edges, add a top cap and edge protectors, then stretch-wrap 3–4 passes with a final band around the pallet deck for unitization.
4. On the BOL, write “Stoppers, bottle, in boxes — NMFC 179480,” include carton and pallet counts, overall dims, and total weight; mark Non-Hazardous to speed dock handling and reduce inspection questions.

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

• Accurate NMFC labeling (179480) reduces reclass and inspection fees, keeping LTL quotes aligned with the 70–100 class band.
• Non-hazardous commodity status streamlines booking and terminal handling, often improving transit reliability and minimizing accessorial surprises.
• Protective inner packaging and tight pallet unitization cut OS&D risk for small parts, lowering claim exposure and preserving product cleanliness for food/beverage customers.
• Clear subclassing by material (cork, rubber, plastic) simplifies SKU consolidation across closures, improving rate negotiation and forecasting for recurring shipments.