NMFC 195885 - Factory Floor Sweepings | Class 55

Note 195886: NOTE-Does not apply on floor sweepings containing precious or semiprecious materials shipped for reclamation. For provisions applicable to sweepings containing precious or semiprecious materials, see item 195890, 'Sweepings, Tailings or Refuse, NOI.'

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Pack sweepings only in sturdy boxes: use double‑wall cartons, line with a heavy bag to contain dust, and add padding to immobilize sharp metal items like nuts and bolts.
2. Keep contents dry and free of oils, solvents, or absorbents; contamination can change how carriers treat the freight and may trigger reclassification or refusal.
3. Label clearly: “Factory Sweepings—Metal Salvage, NMFC 195885, Class 55.” Show gross weight on each box and photograph contents before sealing to support claims.
4. When feasible, sort by predominant metal (e.g., steel vs. aluminum) to improve salvage value, then palletize uniformly sized boxes, band, and stretch‑wrap for LTL handling; consult NMFC Note 195886 if applicability is in question.

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

• Class 55 rating helps secure lower LTL rates for dense, non‑hazardous scrap, reducing cost per pound compared with higher classes.
• Boxed packaging requirement streamlines carrier handling and lowers risk of spills and OS&D claims, minimizing reweigh/reclass fees.
• Clear identification under NMFC 195885 speeds dock processing and avoids delays or accessorials from mis-declared waste shipments.
• Salvageable metal content can offset freight spend; dry, well‑sorted sweepings often command better reclamation credit.