NMFC 70060 - Flares & Fusees in Boxes | Class 85

Note 70061: NOTE-Applies on materials regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation as a Hazard Class 4, Division 4.1, Flammable Solid, as defined in 49 CFR 173.124 and required to bear a notice to that effect on bills of lading and packaging.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Declare the shipment as hazardous on the BOL, reference NMFC 70060, and include a 24/7 emergency contact number and current safety documentation per carrier and DOT rules.
2. Use rigid corrugated boxes with inner separation so fusee tips can’t rub or strike; cap or shield ignition ends and fill voids to stop movement during LTL handling.
3. Apply required hazmat marks and labels per product approvals; use Limited Quantity markings only when authorized by the manufacturer’s documentation.
4. Book with carriers that accept hazmat and note surcharges; request top-stow or limited stacking if boxes are light and tip-sensitive to reduce handling shock.

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

• Correctly rating as Class 85 under NMFC 70060 prevents reclass bills and speeds rating decisions for pyrotechnic signal devices.
• Boxed packaging streamlines dock handling and reduces claim risk versus loose-packed signal devices, improving delivery reliability.
• Clear hazmat documentation cuts terminal dwell time and avoids carrier refusals, keeping transit schedules intact and projects on track.
• Referencing related items 70061 and 70062 when packaging or use-case differs helps select the lowest-cost compliant option.