NMFC 99820 - Hoof Dressing or Animal Ointment | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Put the correct listing on your BOL: “NMFC 99820, Class 85” and note packaging as boxes or drums for carrier clarity.
2. Pack viscous ointments upright in double-wall boxes with a poly liner and dividers for cans; tape all seams and mark This Side Up.
3. If shipping drums, use tight-head plastic drums with secure bungs; band to pallets, add a top cap, and record drum count per pallet.
4. Shield from temperature extremes to prevent separation or thinning; add absorbent pads and tray liners to contain any incidental seepage.

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

• Fixed Class 85 eliminates density calculations, enabling faster, cleaner rate quotes and fewer bill corrections.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges and broadens carrier options for routine LTL lanes.
• Purposeful box or drum packing reduces leakage claims and rewrap fees, protecting margins on repeat lanes.
• Consolidating bulk into drums for distributors or farrier suppliers cuts touchpoints and lowers delivered cost per unit.