Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 75570.00 | Footwarmers, in boxes, crates or drums: | |
| 75570.01 | Metal | 100 |
| 75570.02 | Soapstone or talc | 70 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Confirm the product type—disposable air‑activated warmers, gel packs, or rigid metal/ceramic units—and select the class in the 70–100 range that fits its construction and packing method.
- For air‑activated packs, line cartons with poly to prevent moisture ingress and premature activation; for rigid warmers, use double‑wall cartons, dividers, and corner/edge protection.
- Palletize boxed or crated freight on 48×40 pallets with no overhang; column‑stack, apply corner boards, and stretch‑wrap, then add two bands for stability.
- On the BOL, describe the packaging clearly (e.g., “Footwarmers, boxed” or “Footwarmers, crated”) and reference NMFC 75570 with the chosen class to avoid reclass delays.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Accurate packaging descriptions aligned to NMFC 75570 reduce reclass/rebill risk and keep LTL quotes predictable.
- Non‑hazardous status broadens carrier options and eliminates hazmat fees, accelerating tender and transit.
- Appropriate crating or reinforced boxing minimizes breakage and leakage claims, lowering total landed cost.
- Class flexibility (70–100) lets you model rates by packaging choice and durability, enabling smarter cost‑to‑serve decisions.