Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 128605.00 | Not engraved nor etched, covered or filled or not covered nor filled: | |
| 128610.00 | Aluminum, brass, bronze or copper: | |
| 128610.01 | Old, worn out, see Note, item 128619 | 70 |
| 128610.02 | New, reconditioned or other than old, worn out | 92.5 |
| 128615.00 | Iron or steel: | |
| 128615.01 | Covered or filled, new, reconditioned or with new covering or filling | 85 |
| 128615.02 | New, or reconditioned, not covered nor filled | 70 |
| 128615.03 | Old, worn out, see Note, item 128619 | 60 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Match your part to the correct subclass: covered or filled (e.g., film-wrapped panels, foam-filled cavities) versus not covered nor filled (e.g., bare housings).
- Protect smooth faces: use film, corrugated pads, or foam-in-place; separate pieces with slip sheets to prevent metal-to-metal rub and strap firmly to a pallet.
- Keep any protective cover intact to support the covered/filled designation; note the packaging on the BOL as “covered” or “uncovered” for clean classification.
- Measure and list dimensions to avoid cubic rules charges, orient flat faces inboard, and mark as Do Not Stack if thin panels could crush.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Choosing covered/filled vs. uncovered can shift charges across the 60–92.5 class band, cutting base rates and reducing reclass risk.
- Non-density-rated item: you can add protective packaging without changing class, prioritizing damage prevention while managing cubic thresholds.
- Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and removes hazmat fees for lower total landed cost.
- Precise descriptions (not engraved/etched + packaging state) reduce disputes and claim cycles on scuff-sensitive components.