NMFC 53430 - Cores, Foundry Sand, Boxes | Class 60

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List on your BOL as: "Cores, foundry, sand, in boxes — NMFC 53430 — Class 60 — Non-hazardous" to prevent reclass and speed dock processing.
2. Use rigid double‑wall boxes with foam or corrugated partitions; cradle each sand core and add desiccant packs to keep binders dry during transit.
3. Palletize gently: place boxes on a flat deck, avoid overhang, add corner boards, wrap with stretch film, and mark Do Not Stack or use cones if cores are fragile.
4. Signal handling needs with Fragile and This Side Up labels; tilt/shock indicators can deter rough handling for complex or thin-walled cores.

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

• Fixed Class 60 delivers predictable LTL pricing versus density-based items, helping you forecast shipping budgets accurately.
• Simple, single-line NMFC description reduces reclass fees and dispute time, improving invoice accuracy and cash flow.
• Box-friendly classification broadens carrier options and lanes, shortening transit times and improving service reliability.
• Moisture-aware packing lowers breakage and scrap rates, cutting replacement costs and production delays at the foundry.