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Balas Distributing Co
DOT 273567 · MC MC1008867 · Freeland, PA
Report generated: June 11, 2026 at 7:30 AM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Balas Distributing Co (DOT 273567, MC MC1008867) is a Pennsylvania-based interstate carrier headquartered in Freeland, PA. As of June 11, 2026 at 7:30 AM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 3 risk signals on this carrier, including: crash with fatalities or injuries on record; unsafe driving violation on record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 11, 2026 at 7:30 AM.

Common AuthorityBroker
FMCSA Public Record
Balas Distributing Co
DOT Number273567
MC NumberMC1008867
Street14 FOSTER AVENUE
City / StateFreeland, PA 18224
Phone5706363940
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age40 yr
MCS-150 filed03/21/2025
Company officerJared B Balas
Power units19
Total drivers11
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
Broker✓ Active
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Crash with fatalities or injuries on record
●Unsafe driving violation on record
●Driver qualification violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 14.3% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
19
Fleet
Drivers
11
Total
Inspections
28
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
14.3%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
40 yr
Since 1986
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
28 insp (100%)· 2 viol
Unsafe Driving
28 insp (100%)· 5 viol
Driver Fitness
28 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Controlled Substances
28 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
20 insp (71%)· 10 viol
Inspection History
28 total · OOS rate 14.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
4/29/2025PAIII00Pass
4/28/2025NYI00Pass
8/27/2024CTIII10OOS
8/27/2024PAI00Pass
10/24/2024PAI00Pass
11/24/2025NYI00Pass
8/21/2025PAII00Pass
11/20/2024DEII01OOS
11/19/2024PAII00Pass
1/17/2025PAIII00Pass
Crash History
1 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—PA01Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY ( MUTUAL)
Coverage type
84
Coverage amount
—
Effective
9/8/2021
Location
14 FOSTER AVENUE, Freeland, PA, 18224 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedMay 1986
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Balas Distributing Co authorized to operate?

Yes. Balas Distributing Co holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Balas Distributing Co's safety record?

Balas Distributing Co has 28 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 14.3%. Crash history shows 1 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Balas Distributing Co operate?

Balas Distributing Co operates 19 power units with approximately 11 drivers.

Is Balas Distributing Co insured?

Balas Distributing Co has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Balas Distributing Co had any risk indicators?

Balas Distributing Co has a risk score of 60/100 (High Risk) with 3 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Balas Distributing Co?

Balas Distributing Co's DOT number is 273567 and MC number is MC1008867. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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