NMFC 110495 - Drapery Weights in Boxes | Class 60

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use sturdy boxes with tight fill: bag the lead weights in inner poly sleeves to contain dust, add dividers or foam to stop shifting, and seal seams with reinforced tape.
2. Declare true shipment weight on the BOL; this class is not density-based, so accurate total weight (carton plus contents) keeps the Class 60 rating clean.
3. Palletize low and secure: choose a 4-way pallet, keep heavy cartons centered, add edge boards, and band and wrap to prevent movement during LTL cross-docking.
4. Mark paperwork clearly: “NMFC 110495 – Drapery Weights, Boxed – Class 60.” Include piece and pallet counts to reduce inspections and avoid reclass delays.

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

• Lower costs from Class 60: dense, boxed lead weights often rate better than lighter goods, improving LTL freight spend for curtain and staging suppliers.
• Faster quotes and fewer disputes: fixed class (no density math) streamlines pricing, reduces audit exposure, and speeds tendering during peak seasons.
• Reduced claims risk: compact, boxed metal weights are resilient; proper bracing and palletization minimize OS&D events and chargebacks.
• Operational simplicity: a single packaging method—boxes—standardizes SOPs for workrooms, theatrical shops, and hospitality refits, saving handling time.