NMFC 105230 - Steel Decking 14ga+ Deep | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Verify the item meets NMFC 105230: steel, 14 gauge or thinner, 4.5 in or greater depth, shipped as packaged bundles, and explicitly not nested or interlocked.
2. Record bundle dimensions for quoting and BOL: measure L × W × H including skids; prevent overhang; note if lengths exceed 12 ft to avoid unexpected long-freight fees.
3. Package for forklifts and cranes: use wood runners, edge protectors, and at least three steel/poly bands; wrap for abrasion control; label “Do Not Nest” and “Lift From Ends.”
4. Plan delivery for jobsites: guard sharp edges, use dunnage between tiers without interlocking, and confirm the receiver has adequate forks or a spreader bar for safe offload.

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

• Predictable LTL costs at fixed Class 70 support tighter bids on roofing and deck projects versus variable, density-based items.
• Compliance with “not nested, in packages” prevents reclass fees, audits, and delays by matching tariff language exactly.
• Packaged steel deck often rides common-carrier LTL, expanding carrier choices beyond flatbed-only and reducing total freight spend.
• Stronger banding and edge protection lower damage claims and schedule slip; non-hazardous status simplifies paperwork and accelerates tendering.