NMFC 13100 - Aluminum Group Items | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm the exact aluminum form (sheet, extrusion, casting, scrap) and match it to the correct item-specific NMFC rather than relying on this group header.
2. Package by geometry: band extrusions in tight bundles on wood pallets; crate thin sheets with edge protection and interleaving to prevent scuffing.
3. Stabilize loads with stretch-wrap and blocking; avoid metal-on-metal rub that causes finish damage or freight claims during LTL cross-dock moves.
4. Mark paperwork with alloy description and packaging method (e.g., “palletized bundles”) to help carriers price correctly when class is not defined.

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

• Reduces reclass risk by guiding shippers to the right aluminum article when this group shows no fixed class range.
• Cuts accessorials and claim costs by recommending packaging that protects surfaces and prevents shifting.
• Speeds quoting: clear non-hazardous status simplifies carrier acceptance and transit planning.
• Improves rate consistency by aligning item description and packaging notes with carrier expectations for aluminum freight.