NMFC 55470 - Cheese & Cheese Food NOI | Class 77.5

Note 55471: NOTE-Does not apply on cheese crisps or other dried cheese snacks. For applicable provisions, see item 73260.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm your product fits NOI and the notes (items 55471 and 55472), then choose approved packaging: boxes, drums or pails, or metal/wood containers in crates; use Packages 1400, 1500, 2202, 2325, or 2414 where applicable.
2. Print the BOL with: “NMFC 55470, Cheese or Cheese Food NOI, Class 77.5,” plus package type and count (e.g., 40-lb blocks in boxes on 2 pallets, or 4 metal drums crated).
3. Maintain cold chain without changing class: book reefer LTL or add gel packs and thermal liners; apply “Keep Refrigerated” and food-grade labels for carrier handling.
4. Palletize to prevent crush and dents: 48x40 GMA pallets, corner boards, top caps, and strapping for drums/pails; crate heavy cans to avoid impact damage.

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

• Predictable rating with fixed Class 77.5, simplifying quotes and landed cost planning for dairies, processors, and food distributors.
• Approved packaging variety (boxes, drums/pails, crated containers) lowers reclass risk and speeds carrier audits when you reference the correct package codes.
• Non-hazmat status and clear NMFC text reduce accessorial disputes and administrative time, improving tender-to-pickup speed.
• Operational flexibility to optimize cube and stack height by choosing boxes or crated bulk, often improving LTL rates per pound.