Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 106630.00 | Scrap, tin plate or terne plate, see Note, item 106632, in boxes or drums or in machine pressed bundles | 50 |
Notes
Note 106632: NOTE-Applies on scrap tin plate or scrap terne plate or old worn-out articles made of tin plate or terne plate having value for detinning, deleading, remelting or shredding purposes only.
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Confirm the material qualifies as scrap under NMFC Note 106632. Ship tin or terne plate offcuts and broken pieces free of fluids and non-metal contaminants.
- Use stout boxes (double-wall corrugated or wooden) and line interiors to resist sharp edges. Cap each box’s weight to your forklift rating; 1,500–2,000 lb per box is a practical range.
- Compact loose pieces into tight bundles before boxing, then band and block inside the box. Add edge guards so sharp sheet ends don’t puncture the container.
- On the BOL, list NMFC 106630, Class 50, and describe contents as Scrap Tin Plate or Scrap Terne Plate with box count and weight. Only request No Stack if the box cannot bear top-load.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Fixed Class 50 simplifies pricing and helps secure predictable LTL quotes across carriers.
- Boxed scrap limits spill cleanup and reclass fees, reducing claims and chargebacks from punctured packaging.
- High-density scrap loads more weight per pallet, cutting cost per hundredweight without a density-based re-rate.
- Non-hazardous status streamlines paperwork and expands carrier options, speeding tender-to-pickup cycles.