NMFC 128565 - Aluminum/Brass/Bronze/Copper | Class 70-92.5

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Identify the exact metal and part type—e.g., aluminum housings, brass valves, bronze bushings, or copper bus bars—and note any delicate machined surfaces.
2. Match your item to the correct NMFC subitem and class (70 or 92.5) based on condition and packaging; confirm whether it must be crated, bundled, or palletized on the BOL.
3. Package to prevent bend and abrasion: use solid skids, edge protection, interleaf paper or VCI for copper/brass, and block heavy bundles to stop load shift.
4. Capture precise weight and cube, keep center of gravity low, avoid pallet overhang, and label with alloy and piece count to streamline inspections.

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

• Accurate selection within the 70–92.5 bracket avoids reclass fees and secures competitive LTL rates for dense nonferrous parts.
• Optimized packaging (crated/bundled) can qualify for the lower class, cutting per‑hundredweight costs on copper‑heavy or mixed metal shipments.
• Clear documentation and standardized prep reduce OS&D claims, speeding quotes and keeping auto and machine shop production schedules on track.
• Non‑hazardous status expands carrier options and simplifies routing, minimizing accessorial surprises and improving service reliability.