NMFC 110520 - Wire, in Packages | Class 60

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Note NMFC 110520 and Class 60 on the BOL; this is a fixed class for packaged lead wire, so no density calculation is required.
2. Package coils or spooled lead wire in sturdy cartons or crates with interior blocking, edge guards, and tight stretch wrap to prevent deformation of the soft metal.
3. Palletize low and stable: keep heavy wire packs centered on the pallet, use slip sheets, and band to the skid to stop shifting during LTL cross-docking.
4. Keep away from food or absorbent goods and request floor-loading avoidance; lead is dense and soft, so prevent crushing and puncture from forklift tines.

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

• Predictable pricing with a fixed Class 60 reduces reclass risk and unexpected billing adjustments.
• Non-hazardous designation broadens carrier options and streamlines transit without HazMat surcharges.
• Dense, compact freight improves cost per pound and cube utilization versus higher-class commodities.
• Clear packaging requirement (“in packages”) strengthens claim defensibility and minimizes handling damage.