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NMFC 50060 - Ammonia Cleaning Compounds, Liquid | Class 55

Article ID
50060
NMFC 50060: Non-corrosive ammonia cleaners
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped item with standard handling
Class Range
55 1 classification
Fixed Class 55, weight-based rating
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous liquid, no hazmat fees

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
50060.00 Compounds, ammonia, or Ammonia, cleaning, liquid, other than corrosive materials, in inner containers in boxes, or in bulk in drums 55

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Verify the product is non-corrosive on the SDS so it qualifies for this item; corrosive blends require a different NMFC and handling.
  2. Pack inner containers (e.g., 4×1-gallon jugs) upright inside sturdy boxes with a sealed liner and absorbent pads; mark This Side Up and secure the box to a pallet.
  3. Quote and tender at Class 55 using the shipment’s actual weight (product plus packaging); no density calculation is needed for this weight-based item.
  4. For bulk drums, choose tight-head drums with leakproof bungs, use drum cradles or rings, and strap drums to pallets; add spill containment if the consignee requires it.

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

Business Value

  • Class 55 delivers competitive LTL rates for liquid cleaners compared to many other chemical mixtures.
  • Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat paperwork, carrier hazmat surcharges, and special routing fees.
  • Weight-based rating streamlines quoting and reduces reclass disputes tied to density assumptions.
  • Proper boxed or drum packaging minimizes leakage claims, limiting accessorials and protecting margins.