NMFC 99330 - Green Salted Cattle or Horse Tails | Class 65

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List the freight as “Switches or Tails, cattle or horse, green salted, in packages,” NMFC 99330, Class 65. No density calculation is needed.
2. Use leak-resistant packaging: poly-lined corrugated boxes or lined fiber drums with absorbent pads to capture brine. Stretch-wrap to the pallet and add a drip barrier.
3. Mark cartons “Not for Human Consumption” and separate from food loads. Notify carriers of potential odor and moisture so they can position the freight appropriately.
4. Plan pickups early week to avoid weekend dwell. For interstate moves, verify any APHIS/USDA or state entry rules for raw salted animal byproducts.

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

• Fixed Class 65 simplifies quoting and reduces reclass disputes—fewer billing surprises for tanneries, brush makers, and specialty processors.
• Proper brine containment avoids cleanup or contamination fees and protects claim ratios, supporting better long-term LTL rates.
• Clear, item-specific NMFC usage speeds tendering across multiple carriers, improving lane consistency and turnaround time.
• Non-hazardous status expands carrier options and enables consolidation with other Hides Group freight for lower per-pallet costs.