NMFC 181250 - Grease Kits or Metal Tanks | Class 100

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Ship tanks and kits dry and cleaned; cap all ports and vents. Bag pumps and hoses to contain oil residue, and add absorbent pads inside the box or crate.
2. Choose packaging by weight: heavy welded tanks in a wood crate, lighter kits in reinforced boxes. Mount crates to skids for forklift entry and mark center of gravity if top-heavy.
3. Block and brace inside the container so fittings and handles cannot pierce the walls. Use foam, corrugated edge guards, and steel or poly banding around the crate.
4. Label NMFC 181250, Class 100, non-hazardous hardware. Note piece count and orientation (“This End Up”), and avoid pallet overhang to prevent damage fees.

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

• Fixed Class 100 simplifies quoting and avoids density reclass—predictable LTL rates for both single tanks and full kit assemblies.
• Non-hazardous hardware status broadens carrier options and eliminates hazmat surcharges when shipping empty, clean equipment.
• Boxed or crated packaging reduces OS&D risk for pumps, hose reels, and fittings, helping cut claim costs and downtime in the shop.
• Consistent NMFC usage streamlines audits and documentation, minimizing rebills and accelerating tender-to-pickup cycles across multi-location networks.