NMFC 110000 - Lead Items | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Identify the form of lead you’re shipping—ingots/bricks, sheet, pipe, or shot—and note NMFC 110000 with “Ungrouped Articles” so carriers know class is pending.
2. Build stout pallets for heavy pieces: hardwood deck boards, full perimeter banding, and corner/edge guards for sheet. Use lined drums with tight lids for shot to prevent leakage.
3. Document exact weight per handling unit and total shipment weight. Include pallet footprint, piece count, and photos so carriers can assign a fair class and avoid inspections.
4. Mark handling clearly: Heavy, Do Not Stack, and center-of-gravity arrows. Request proper equipment (no-liftgate or dock-only) to prevent failed pickup charges.

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

• Clear “class N/A” documentation under NMFC 110000 minimizes reclass disputes and inspection fees.
• Dense-metal packaging best practices cut damage risk, lowering claim costs and improving on-time delivery.
• Accurate weights and unitization enable sharper LTL quotes and reduce surprise accessorials like reweighs or special handling.
• Consolidating lead into fewer, forklift-friendly pallets can hit better weight breaks and improve cost per pound.