NMFC 55340 - Empty JATO Steel Cylinders | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm true empty status and document it. Provide an attestation or purge certificate showing no pressure, no propellant residue, and removal of igniters or valves if applicable.
2. Stabilize the round shape to prevent rolling. Use V-blocks, wood cradles, or rack systems on a 48x40 pallet, then block, wedge, and band with steel or heavy poly straps.
3. Protect metal edges and ports. Cap openings, add corner protectors under straps, and wrap to contain loose parts or small brackets from JATO assemblies.
4. Label clearly on freight and BOL: “Empty JATO Steel Cylinders — NMFC 55340, Class 70, Non-Haz.” Request no-stack or top-load-only if walls are thin or parts are delicate.

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

• Predictable pricing with fixed Class 70—no density math, fewer reclass risks, and cleaner audits.
• Non-hazardous status widens carrier options and avoids hazmat fees, cutting total landed cost.
• Proper cradling and banding reduce damage claims on cylindrical steel parts, protecting schedules and budgets.
• Clear commodity descriptions speed dock handling and inspections, improving pickup reliability and transit times.