NMFC 194460 - Calcium Carbide Residue | Class 60

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List NMFC 194460 and Class 60 on the BOL with the full description: “Carbide of Calcium Residue, in bags or drums.”
2. Use sealed packaging: heavy-duty lined bags with stretch-wrap, or closed-head drums with secured bungs. Keep pallets dry and protect from punctures.
3. Palletize for stability: keep footprint within 48x40, avoid overhang, band drums in rows, add corner boards and a top sheet, and cap height near 48 inches.
4. Mark as non-hazardous residue and include load identifiers (project, generator, or reclaim destination). Provide an SDS or product sheet if requested by the carrier.

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

• Fixed Class 60 rating streamlines LTL quotes and removes density calculations, accelerating tender-to-pickup timelines.
• Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and avoids hazardous surcharges, improving lane coverage and pricing.
• Choosing drums for loose fines or lined bags for lighter lots reduces handling issues, claims risk, and unexpected accessorials.
• Clear waste-materials classification supports recycling or reclamation programs, lowering disposal spend and improving sustainability metrics.