NMFC 108735 - Fire Escape Chain Ladders | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Reference NMFC 108735, Class 70 on the BOL and describe: “Ladders, fire escape, steel chain with tubular steel rungs and brackets, boxed.”
2. Pack each ladder in a rigid box; cap or wrap chain ends and bag the supporting brackets so hardware can’t punch through corrugate.
3. Palletize cartons upright with edge guards around rung areas; block and brace to prevent metal-to-metal rub and avoid overhang.
4. Do not ship loose or bundled; this item’s classification applies to units in boxes only, so re-box any returns or repacks before tender.

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

• Fixed Class 70 simplifies quoting and prevents density disputes, improving rate predictability on LTL moves.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat fees and reduces special handling charges for routine ladder shipments.
• Boxed packaging minimizes damage risk from steel chains and rungs, lowering claim exposure and downtime.
• Clear NMFC alignment (108735) cuts reclassification risk and associated penalties, protecting landed cost and margins.