NMFC 50147 - De-inking Compounds | Class 55

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List NMFC 50147 and Class 55 on the BOL, capture actual scale weight for each pallet or total shipment (e.g., 12 boxes, 1,800 lb).
2. Match packaging to state: dry compounds in poly-lined bags inside corrugated boxes; liquids in tight-head drums with secured bungs and ring locks.
3. Palletize for stability: use 4-way pallets, stretch-wrap with corner boards, and add absorbent pads under drums to manage incidental seepage.
4. Mark shipments clearly: “De-inking Compounds—Non-Hazardous,” orientation arrows, and lot/SDS references for mill intake and quick receiving.

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

• Fixed Class 55 enables predictable rating and reduces costly reclass disputes compared with density-based items.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges and special carrier approvals, widening network options and cut-off times.
• Weight-based classification speeds quoting and tendering, improving cycle time for recycling operations and mill supply chains.
• Durable box/drum packaging lowers damage risk and claims, keeping production lines stocked and reducing downtime at paper facilities.