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Pds Packaging
DOT 55734 · MC MC176028 · Des Moines, IA
Report generated: June 5, 2026 at 12:41 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Pds Packaging (DOT 55734, MC MC176028) is a Iowa-based interstate carrier headquartered in Des Moines, IA. As of June 5, 2026 at 12:41 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 1 risk signal on this carrier, including: recordable crash on file. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 5, 2026 at 12:41 PM.

Contract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Packaging Distribution Services INC
Operating as: Pds Packaging
DOT Number55734
MC NumberMC176028
Street2308 SUNSET RD
City / StateDes Moines, IA 50321-1141
Phone5152433156
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age52 yr
MCS-150 filed04/14/2026
Company officerBob Buising
Power units9
Total drivers8
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)Not authorized
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Recordable crash on file
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 10.0% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
9
Fleet
Drivers
8
Total
Inspections
10
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
10.0%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
52 yr
Since 1974
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
10 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
10 insp (100%)
Driver Fitness
10 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
10 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
5 insp (50%)· 4 viol
Inspection History
10 total · OOS rate 10.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
9/29/2025IAIII00Pass
7/29/2024TXI00Pass
12/29/2025NEIII00Pass
8/28/2025NEIII00Pass
6/20/2024MNI00Pass
7/17/2025NEI00Pass
5/14/2025IAI00Pass
8/13/2025NEIII00Pass
11/12/2025IAI01OOS
4/2/2025MNIII00Pass
Crash History
1 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—IA00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
THE CHARTER OAK FIRE INSURANCE CO.
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
9/30/2011
Location
2308 SUNSET RD, Des Moines, IA, 50321-1141 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 1974
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Packaging Distribution Services INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Packaging Distribution Services INC holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Packaging Distribution Services INC's safety record?

Packaging Distribution Services INC has 10 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 10.0%. Crash history shows 1 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Packaging Distribution Services INC operate?

Packaging Distribution Services INC operates 9 power units with approximately 8 drivers.

Is Packaging Distribution Services INC insured?

Packaging Distribution Services INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Packaging Distribution Services INC had any risk indicators?

Packaging Distribution Services INC has a risk score of 10/100 (Monitor) with 1 active risk signal. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Packaging Distribution Services INC?

Packaging Distribution Services INC's DOT number is 55734 and MC number is MC176028. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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