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NMFC 50244 - Mold Release, Non‑Petroleum | Class 60

Article ID
50244
Non‑petroleum mold release and die lube
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped industrial compounds for tooling
Class Range
60 1 classification
Class 60, weight‑based, boxed shipments
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous item with standard LTL handling

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
50244.00 Compounds, mold release or die lubricating, NOI, other than petroleum, in boxes or drums 60

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Confirm the compound is non‑petroleum and pack in sturdy, leak‑resistant boxes; if supplied in a pail or small drum, overpack inside a corrugated box to maintain this classification.
  2. Weigh each handling unit (the boxed shipment) and list NMFC 50244, Class 60 on the BOL; this item is weight‑based, so no density calculation is needed.
  3. Use liners and absorbent pads inside boxes to prevent seepage; seal lids, tape seams, and strap to pallets with no overhang for clean LTL handling.
  4. Include the SDS and a clear description (e.g., “non‑petroleum mold release compound”); manage temperature as needed for water‑based or silicone blends to avoid thickening or leaks.

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

Business Value

  • Class 60, weight‑based rating delivers predictable LTL costs and can price favorably versus higher‑class chemicals.
  • Non‑hazardous status eliminates hazmat surcharges and speeds carrier acceptance, shortening tender‑to‑pickup time.
  • Single NMFC covers mold release and die lubricants, reducing reclass risk and simplifying routing guides across molding and die‑casting sites.
  • Tight boxing and palletizing cut leakage claims and accessorials (cleanup, rewrap), protecting margins and customer SLAs.