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NMFC 106020 - Armor or Deck Plate, Unassembled | Class N/A

Article ID
106020
NMFC 106020 for unassembled armor/deck plate
Freight Group
IRON OR STEEL
Iron or steel plate for decks or armor
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
Class set by Note, see Item 106022
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous metal; standard LTL handling

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
106020.00 Plate, armor or deck, not assembled, see Note, item 106022:

Notes

Note 106022: NOTE-Will not apply when plate has been further processed than ground, beveled, drilled, prime-coated, punched, bent, curved or cut to size or shape.

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Confirm the freight is unassembled armor or deck plate and review NMFC Note, Item 106022 for any subclass or handling details; record alloy, thickness, and finish.
  2. Build tight, flat bundles with hardwood dunnage between plates and steel banding; add edge guards and leave 3.5 in forklift clearance via runners or skids.
  3. For LTL, keep bundles stable with no overhang and target manageable weights (e.g., 3,000–5,000 lb per skid) and heights that terminals can handle safely.
  4. Document exact piece count, bundle dimensions, and total weight; label as non-hazardous iron/steel plate, unassembled, and note special handling (Do Not Stack, edge-sensitive) if applicable.

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

Business Value

  • Accurate use of NMFC 106020 minimizes reclass fees and disputes versus generic steel listings.
  • Proper bundling/palletizing speeds cross-dock handling and reduces accessorials like special handling and rework.
  • Edge and surface protection lowers damage risk on costly armor plate and helps preserve certification integrity.
  • Right-size equipment planning (forklift/crane/flatbed) prevents refusals, redelivery, and detention charges.