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NMFC 50225 - Ice Melt/Anti-Slip Compounds | Class 50

Article ID
50225
NMFC 50225 for dry ice-melt compounds
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped general freight classification entry
Class Range
50 1 classification
Fixed Class 50, weight-rated, density not required
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous dry chemical, no hazmat fees

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
50225.00 Compounds, ice antislipping and ice melting, dry, in bags, boxes or drums 50

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Print the BOL as: “Compounds, ice antislipping and ice melting, dry, boxed — NMFC 50225, Class 50.” Quote and book by total weight; dimensions are for planning only.
  2. Box the dry pellets or flakes in sturdy, poly‑lined corrugated cartons. Tape all seams, add a plastic liner, and mark Keep Dry to prevent caking and residue.
  3. Palletize tight with stretch wrap and a top cap. Avoid overhang, use corner boards, and keep away from food items or bare metals in case of minor leakage.
  4. If shipping off-season replenishment, consolidate multiple boxed SKUs on one pallet. Declare actual net and tare to reduce reweighs and keep the Class 50 rating intact.

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

Business Value

  • Low fixed Class 50 helps cut LTL spend compared to higher-class chemicals, ideal for bulk winter stocking.
  • Weight-based rating reduces reclass exposure—accurate pounds matter more than density, easing quoting and audit.
  • Non-hazardous status speeds carrier acceptance and avoids hazmat fees or special paperwork.
  • Box-friendly packaging stacks efficiently, improving trailer cube and reducing OS&D claims from moisture or granule dust.