NMFC 128400 - Control Rods w/ Housings | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Specify the exact rod type and build: e.g., shift linkage, throttle rod, brake linkage, or actuator tie rod, and note if housings, couplings, or fittings are installed or shipped separately.
2. Prevent bending and abrasion by shipping in rigid fiber tubes, PVC sleeves, or wooden crates with end blocks; add spacers when bundling long slim rods to keep them straight.
3. Protect critical ends: cap threads, wrap ball joints or clevises, and use rust inhibitor for bare steel; apply “Do Not Bend” and orientation arrows on each package.
4. For accurate quotes, list material, longest length, outside diameter, piece count, and packaging type; include NMFC 128400 on the BOL and provide total dims/weight if the carrier requests density rating.

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

• Lower damage risk by controlling bend and surface wear, reducing claims, rework, and line downtime for automotive and machinery builds.
• Clear, component-level descriptions minimize reclassifications and rebills, keeping freight invoices predictable and audit-friendly.
• Bundling equal lengths and using tubes or crates improves cube efficiency, often yielding better LTL linehaul pricing and fewer handling touches.
• Non-hazardous status streamlines carrier acceptance and speeds cross-dock flow, supporting just-in-time deliveries for OEMs and tier suppliers.