NMFC 104030 - Building & Guy Anchors | Class 70

Note 104032: NOTE-Does not apply on iron or steel concrete anchor assemblies consisting of bolt or rod and anchor, with or without nuts or washers. For applicable provisions, see item 94350.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm your freight fits NMFC 104030: packaged building, mast, pole, smokestack, or guy anchors. Review Notes 104032 and 104033 and avoid mixing separate hardware (rods, turnbuckles) on the same line.
2. Palletize heavy iron/steel anchors with blocked skids, steel banding, and edge protectors. Cap or sleeve threaded ends and eyes, and contain loose plates or nuts with wrap or cartons.
3. Control geometry: bundle long mast/pole anchors parallel with timber spacers to prevent rolling, keep protrusions inside pallet footprint, and mark center of gravity for safe forklift handling.
4. List Class 70 on the BOL as “Anchors—building/mast/pole/smokestack, in packages, NMFC 104030.” Add piece count, gross weight, and packaging type to prevent reclass or inspection delays.

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

• Predictable pricing: fixed Class 70 eliminates density disputes and speeds quoting for construction and utility shipments.
• Lower OS&D risk: robust packaging of heavy anchor hardware cuts punctures and bent threads, reducing claims and accessorial charges.
• Broad carrier acceptance: non-hazardous iron/steel anchors move on standard LTL networks, improving capacity and routing flexibility.
• Cleaner billing and fewer reclasses: citing the exact NMFC and notes standardizes documentation across sites and lowers administrative cost.