NMFC 60680 - Batteries or Cells in Boxes | Class N/A

Note 60702: NOTE-Does not apply on batteries that are mounted in cabinets or racks, with or without wiring or electrical controls, nor on fuel cells.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Verify the battery type in 49 CFR 172.101 and select the proper shipping name and UN number (e.g., UN3480 lithium ion, UN2794 wet batteries), along with the correct hazard class.
2. Use sturdy boxes as required by NMFC note guidance; cushion each unit, isolate terminals with tape or caps to prevent shorts, and add acid‑resistant liners or absorbents for wet batteries when needed.
3. Apply mode‑appropriate marks and labels: lithium battery marking or Class 9 labels for Li‑ion, corrosive labels for wet cells, correct UN number/proper shipping name, and orientation arrows or overpack marks if applicable.
4. Complete HazMat shipping papers per 49 CFR (description, quantity, packaging, emergency contact) and list NMFC 60680 on the BOL. Book with HazMat‑authorized LTL carriers and declare HazMat accessorials upfront.

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

• Accurate NMFC mapping for HazMat batteries reduces reclass fees and avoids carrier refusals or terminal holds.
• Box‑only packaging standardization simplifies quoting—no density calculations—making rates more predictable across lanes.
• Proper isolation and labeling minimize short‑circuit risks and spill claims, cutting cleanup costs and downtime.
• Clear compliance cues speed dock handling and scanning, improving on‑time performance for electronics supply chains.