Commodity Classification Density Guidelines

Minimum Avg. Density
(In Pounds Per Cubic Foot)
CLASS
50 50
35 55
30 60
22.5 65
15 70
13.5 77.5
12 85
10.5 92.5
9 100
8 110
7 125
6 150
5 175
4 200
3 250
2 300
1 400
Less than 1 500

The density guidelines are used in the assignment of classes where average density is representative or reflective of the range of densities exhibited. Furthermore, the density/ class relationship set forth in the guidelines presume that there are no unusual or significant stow-ability, handling or liability characteristics, which would call for giving those characteristics additional or different “Weight” in determining the appropriate class.