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NMFC 198200 - Wood Flour in Bags | Class 70

Article ID
198200
NMFC 198200 for bagged wood flour shipments
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped article, standalone listing for woodpulp material
Class Range
70 1 classification
Fixed Class 70; density not required
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous; no hazmat fees or paperwork

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
198200.00 Wood Flour (Pulverized Wood or Woodpulp), in bags 70

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Print NMFC 198200 and Class 70 on the BOL to prevent reclass and speed up rating.
  2. Confirm the product matches the listing: pulverized wood or woodpulp packed in bags, not chips or pellets.
  3. Palletize multiwall or woven poly bags tightly (e.g., 40×48 pallet, 40 bags × 50 lb), add corner boards, stretch wrap, and a top sheet to block moisture.
  4. Request dry van service, label fragile stacks if needed, avoid overhang that can tear bags, and keep pallets clean to prevent dust leaks.

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

Business Value

  • Fixed Class 70 eliminates density calculations, delivering faster quotes and fewer inspection disputes.
  • Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges and extra paperwork, lowering total LTL cost.
  • Clear item match (bagged wood flour/woodpulp) reduces reclassification risk and unexpected re-rate fees.
  • Moisture-safe unitization cuts claims and keeps product flow-ready for compounding, fillers, or composites production.