NMFC 135560 - Tin Alloy Castings, NOI | Class 100

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Pack castings in heavy-duty boxes or wooden crates; add dividers, VCI wrap, and blocking to prevent metal-to-metal rub and edge chipping.
2. Palletize tightly: center the weight, keep total height under 48 in, band with steel or poly, add corner boards, and stencil gross weight on all sides.
3. For small loose pieces, load into lined drums or crate bins, secure lids, and include an itemized piece count on the packing list.
4. On the BOL, write “Castings, NOI, tin alloy — NMFC 135560, Class 100”; note packaging type and request liftgate or forklift if needed.

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

• Predictable rating: fixed Class 100 provides consistent quotes and reduces reclass or inspection fee risk.
• Non-hazardous material avoids hazmat surcharges, extra paperwork, and carrier restrictions, speeding tender-to-pickup.
• Dense metal cargo seldom triggers cubic minimum rules, helping control LTL costs while maintaining low damage rates with proper crating.
• Clear NMFC wording (“Castings, NOI, tin alloy”) minimizes disputes and strengthens claims positions if exceptions occur.