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NMFC 13573 - Flat Aluminum Plate & Sheet | Class N/A

Article ID
13573
NMFC 13573 for flat aluminum forms
Freight Group
ALUMINUM GROUP
Aluminum Group—plates, sheets, blanks, and discs
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
Class per Note 13577, no fixed range
Hazardous
No
Not regulated as hazardous material

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
13573.00 Plate, Sheet, Blanks, Discs, Forms or Shapes; not bent nor curved; see Note, item 13577:

Notes

Note 13577: NOTE-Surfaces and edges liable to damage must be adequately protected.

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Verify the item fits Note 13577: pieces are flat, not bent or curved. List alloy/temper and thickness on the BOL for clarity.
  2. Stack sheets or plates with interleaf paper or film, add edge guards, then band tightly to a skid with wood blocking (e.g., 48x96 plates with 2x4 cleats).
  3. Bundle blanks/discs by like size, cap with plywood top and bottom, and stretch-wrap to stop telescoping and abrasion during LTL handling.
  4. Label as Aluminum Flat Goods, note piece count and bundle weight, request No Top Stack, and avoid pallet overhang to protect edges.

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

Business Value

  • Accurate use of NMFC 13573 reduces reclass fees and keeps transit timelines predictable.
  • Flat aluminum stacks efficiently, improving trailer cube and lowering cost per unit on LTL lanes.
  • Robust bundling and edge protection cut surface-damage claims on mill finish or coated parts.
  • Non-hazardous designation simplifies carrier onboarding and speeds tendering and pickups.