Press ESC to close

NMFC 196520: Plastic Animal Waterers, 1-qt | Class 175

Article ID
196520
NMFC 196520 for plastic animal waterers
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped listing for pet and farm waterers
Class Range
175 1 classification
Fixed Class 175, no density needed
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous plastic goods, standard handling

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
196520.00 Waterers, bird or animal, consisting of a plastic bottle, capacity not exceeding one quart, with dispenser, card mounted, in boxes 175

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Pack card-mounted, 1-qt plastic waterers in sturdy master boxes with dividers or pads so dispensers don’t snag or crush.
  2. Note on the BOL: “Waterers, plastic bottle with dispenser, boxed — NMFC 196520, Class 175” to prevent reclass delays.
  3. Keep the dispenser ends away from box walls and mark “This Side Up” to reduce stress on threaded caps during LTL handling.
  4. For retail or farm deliveries, bundle inner cartons (e.g., 12 or 24 units) on a stable pallet with no overhang and corner protection.

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

Business Value

  • Predictable pricing with a fixed Class 175—no density calculation needed, speeding quotes and rate comparisons.
  • Lower reclass and accessorial risk when “boxes” packaging is declared and NMFC 196520 is shown on documents.
  • Card-mounted, boxed presentation reduces scuffs and returns, improving sell-through for pet and feed retailers.
  • Streamlined replenishment: uniform small-bottle format stacks efficiently, cutting handling time and damage claims.