NMFC 59413 - Tampons, Pads or Sanitary Napkins | Class 150

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use sturdy corrugated cartons for tampons, pads, or sanitary napkins; line interiors with poly to guard against humidity and seal fragrance-heavy items to prevent scent transfer.
2. Palletize on 40x48 pallets with no overhang; add corner boards and a top cap, then stretch wrap with 50% overlap for stack stability and to keep cartons clean for retail delivery.
3. Declare the fixed rating: “Tampons/Pads, boxed – NMFC 59413, Class 150” on the BOL to avoid density disputes and reclass charges since this item is not density-based.
4. For healthcare and retail DCs, mark lot and expiration on outer boxes, keep orientation arrows upright, and avoid top-loading to protect shelf-ready packaging.

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

• Predictable costs: A fixed Class 150 simplifies quoting and contracts, speeding rate comparisons and tendering across carriers.
• Lower admin burden: Non-hazardous consumer goods require no hazmat paperwork or fees, improving carrier acceptance and transit flexibility.
• Fewer claims and chargebacks: Robust boxing and pallet standards preserve retail-ready packaging, reducing damages and compliance penalties.
• Better cube planning: These light-but-bulky cartons can hit cubic minimums; optimizing full pallet tiers reduces dimensional fees and improves per-unit freight cost.