NMFC 200450 - Inactive Dried Yeast, Bulk | Class 50

Note 200452: NOTE-Applies on yeast made from paper mill wastes or as a derivative of ethyl alcohol.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm scope: product must be dried, inactive yeast and not brewer’s or baker’s yeast per NMFC note; show the proper description on the BOL to avoid reclass.
2. Use bulk packaging that resists moisture: multiwall paper or poly-lined bags, or lined fiber/steel drums; seal tightly and keep pallets off the floor with slip sheets.
3. Stabilize and protect: stretch-wrap, use corner boards, and top sheets; mark Keep Dry and avoid loading near odor-heavy freight; request food-grade or odor-free trailers when needed.
4. Declare NMFC 200450, Class 50, non-hazardous on paperwork; list container counts, net weights, and whether shipping in bulk bags or drums to speed inspections and rate confirmation.

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

• Predictable costs with a fixed Class 50 rating—no density calculation means fewer disputes and faster quoting.
• Non-hazardous status and sealed bulk packaging help reduce accessorials and streamline carrier acceptance.
• High cube efficiency: dense bag or drum loads maximize pallet weight, lowering cost per pound in LTL and TL.
• Clear differentiation from brewer/baker yeast minimizes reclass fees, chargebacks, and claim exposure.