NMFC 56800 - Life Saving Oxygen Apparatus | Class 150

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Verify hazmat details from the SDS and list the proper shipping name, hazard indication, and 24‑hour emergency contact on the BOL before tendering.
2. Use strong, double‑wall boxes with molded or foam inserts; immobilize any cylinders or generators and avoid petroleum‑based cushioning around oxygen hardware.
3. Book at fixed Class 150 and declare HazMat; choose a carrier authorized for hazardous materials and add hospital delivery services if needed.
4. Keep boxed units away from fuels, oils, and other incompatibles; mark orientation arrows and handle as temperature‑sensitive where the device manufacturer specifies.

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

• Fixed Class 150 simplifies quoting and reduces reclass disputes, improving rate predictability.
• Proper HazMat declaration minimizes refusals, fines, and unexpected accessorials, protecting margins.
• Box-friendly packaging flows smoothly through LTL terminals, lowering damage risk and claim costs.
• Reliable compliance accelerates deliveries to hospitals and clinics, supporting urgent, revenue‑critical shipments.