NMFC 42110 - Cement, Lime or Plaster | Class 50-400

Article ID

42110

NMFC 42110 for cement, lime, plaster

Freight Group

UNGROUPED ARTICLES

Ungrouped item; Item 170 density rules

Class Range

50-400 13 classifications

Class spans 50–400 based on density

Hazardous

Ships as non-hazardous dry mineral powders

Classification Details

NMFC	Description	Class
42110.00	Cement, Lime or Plaster, viz.: Cement, acid proof (building), in bags, boxes drums or pails; Cement, hydraulic, masonry, mortar, natural or Portland, in bags, boxes drums or pails; Cement Compound, NOI, building or floor, dry, in bags, boxes, drums or pails, see Note, item 42111; Cement Flue Dust, in bags, boxes or drums; Common Lime, including Magnesium Lime, hydrated or hydraulic, quick or slaked, in bags, boxes, drums or pails; Lime Sludge or Waste, dried, in bags, boxes, or drums; Mortar, building, NOI, dry or Concrete Mix, dry, in bags, boxes, drums or pails; Plaster, NOI, in bags, boxes, drums or pails; Subject to Item 170 and having a density in pounds per cubic foot of: Show more
42110.01	Less than 1	400
42110.02	1 but less than 2	300
42110.03	2 but less than 4	250
42110.04	4 but less than 6	175
42110.05	6 but less than 8	125
42110.06	8 but less than 10	100
42110.07	10 but less than 12	92.5
42110.08	12 but less than 15	85
42110.09	15 but less than 22.5	70
42110.10	22.5 but less than 30	65
42110.11	30 but less than 35	60
42110.12	35 but less than 50	55
42110.13	50 or greater	50

Note 42111: NOTE-Will also apply on concrete bonding or waterproofing compound in same shipping container with the cement compound.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

Calculate density before booking: total weight ÷ cubic feet. Example: 50 bags × 56 lb on a 48×40×30 in pallet ≈ 2,800 lb / 33.3 ft³ = ~84 lb/ft³, then select the class bracket under Item 170.
Protect from moisture and sifting. Use poly-lined bags or inner liners for lime or flue dust, add a pallet cap and stretch wrap, and mark BOL and labels “Keep Dry.”
Stabilize packaging: interlock-stack bags, add corner boards, and use slip sheets. For pails/drums of acid-proof cement, secure lids with bands or ring clamps and keep upright arrows visible.
Document precisely on the BOL: “Cement, hydraulic, in bags” or “Plaster NOI, dry, in drums,” include total weight, pallet count, and calculated density. If shipping a compound, review Note, item 42111.

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

Right-sized class from accurate density often lowers LTL rates for dense Portland cement while preventing reclass fees on lighter materials like flue dust.
Moisture control and reinforced unitization reduce hardening, bag ruptures, and spill clean-up charges, cutting claims and dock delays.
Consistent pallet heights and tight wraps speed cross-dock handling, improving on-time performance and limiting accessorials such as rework or non-stackable fees.
Clear NMFC description (42110 vs. compound under item 42111) minimizes billing disputes, accelerates audits, and helps carriers rate correctly the first time.

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