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NMFC 196060 - Waste Metals & Chemicals | Class 55–100

Article ID
196060
NMFC 196060 waste classification
Freight Group
WASTE MATERIALS GROUP
Covered by Waste Materials Group rules
Class Range
55-100 5 classifications
Rated across Class 55–100 spectrum
Hazardous
No
Marked non-hazardous for LTL carriers

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
196060.00 Waste:
196080.00 Alpaca Hair, Camels' Hair, Mohair (Angora Goat Hair) or Wool Waste, NOI, including Clips, Tags or Sweepings, with or without other fibers:
196080.01 Actual value not exceeding 6 1/2 cents per pound, see Note, item 196081:
196080.02 In bags, or in bales not machine pressed 85
196080.03 In machine pressed bales 55
196080.04 Actual value exceeding 6 1/2 cents per pound but not exceeding 20 cents per pound, see Note, item 196081:
196080.05 In bags, or in bales not machine pressed 92.5
196080.06 In machine pressed bales 70
196080.07 Actual value exceeding 20 cents per pound, see Note, item 196081:
196080.08 In bags, or in bales not machine pressed 100
196080.09 In machine pressed bales 85
196150.00 Lubricating Grease, asphalt base, containing not less than 85 percent asphalt, spent, in packages 55

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Confirm the material is non-hazardous waste (e.g., alloy offcuts, clean metal turnings, inert chemical residues) and note NMFC 196060 on the BOL.
  2. Use sturdy packages: lined fiber drums, sealed pails, or heavy-duty cartons to contain fines, chips, or bagged solids; overpack on a pallet only for handling ease.
  3. Label each package clearly as Waste—Non-Haz, include contents (e.g., “stainless turnings” or “non-reactive salt residue”), and add weight per package for accurate rating.
  4. Provide an SDS or a simple non-hazard attestation for chemical-type waste; photos of packaging and inner liners help carriers validate class and avoid reclass.

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

Business Value

  • Optimizes freight spend by matching the correct subclass within the 55–100 range, avoiding reclass fees and surprise rate adjustments.
  • Improves carrier acceptance and reduces claims through leak-proof, lined packaging tailored to chips, powders, or granular waste streams.
  • Speeds dock processing with clear Waste Materials Group identification, minimizing accessorials tied to inspections or repackaging.
  • Enables consistent multi-site programs for recyclers and manufacturers, standardizing packaging and documentation for predictable LTL costs.