NMFC 106960 - Spiegeleisen (Spiegel Iron) | Class 50

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List the commodity as “Spiegeleisen (Spiegel Iron), NMFC 106960, Class 50, non‑hazardous” on the BOL to prevent reclass and ensure carriers rate it correctly.
2. Unitize pigs or lumps on hardwood pallets or in steel bins; use steel banding in both directions and wrap to contain fines. Example: 2,000–2,500 lb per pallet with edge protection.
3. Distribute weight evenly and avoid overhang. Confirm dock and forklift capacities and note piece count and actual weights to streamline pickup and avoid refused freight.
4. Use this fixed Class 50 item—no density calculation needed. Do not misdeclare as scrap or generic ferroalloy; the correct synonym is “spiegel iron.”

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

• Low Class 50 rating reduces cost per hundredweight on dense metal shipments, improving LTL and partial‑truckload economics for mill inputs.
• Simple, non‑density classification minimizes reclass fees and audit disputes, speeding quotes and approvals for recurring loads.
• Non‑hazmat status avoids hazmat surcharges and simplifies carrier acceptance, shortening lead times for steelmaking supply chains.
• Consistent NMFC usage standardizes BOL templates across sites, improving compliance, claim outcomes, and carrier relationships.