Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 122670.00 | Guide Pins, die set or die mold, steel, finished or unfinished, in boxes | 70 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Pre-wrap pins with VCI paper or light oil and place each piece in dividers or tubes inside the box to prevent tip-to-tip contact and maintain concentricity.
- Choose double-wall cartons with end protection or foam blocks; cap pin ends to avoid punctures. Example: limit to 40–50 lb per box for safer LTL handling.
- Print the BOL as: “NMFC 122670 – Guide Pins, Steel, Finished/Unfinished, Class 70, Not Hazardous,” and include piece count and carton weights.
- When shipping multiple small boxes to a toolroom or press shop, band cartons to a mini-pallet or place boxed sets in a durable outer tote to reduce loss at cross-docks.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Fixed Class 70 removes density calculations and reclass risk, producing reliable quotes and fewer invoice surprises.
- Non-hazardous steel components avoid hazmat fees and extra paperwork, streamlining LTL scheduling and pickup.
- Clear placement in the Machinery Group keeps tooling pins under favorable tariffs versus generic metal bar stock.
- Damage control through dividers and end caps cuts OS&D claims and costly regrinds, protecting tooling timelines and budgets.