SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY
AUTHORIZEDDBA: SMC GLOBAL
USDOT
1472900
MC Number
799227
Fleet Size
25
Total Drivers
25
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: October 18, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in KERSHAW, South Carolina, operating 25 power units with 25 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.5% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 81 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in South Carolina is 13.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 36.2% across 24,844 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
81
Total
54%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY INSURANCE — eff. Jan 4, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Oct 24, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY (USDOT #1472900) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY's safety record?
SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY has 81 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 4 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY operate?
SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY operates 25 power units with 25 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY transport hazardous materials?
Yes. SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY located?
SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY is based in KERSHAW, South Carolina at 369 LITTLE DUDE AVENUE, 29067. Phone: (803) 283-7575.
What are SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY's out-of-service rates?
SPECIAL MATERIALS COMPANY's driver out-of-service rate is 2.5%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 14.5%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.