NMFC 136440 - Solder (NOI, no precious metals) | Class N/A

Note 136441: NOTE-Outer shipping package may include one applicator brush for each inner container of solder. Weight of applicator brushes not to exceed 5 percent of the weight of the shipping package.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Describe the commodity on the BOL as “Solder, NOI, other than with gold, palladium or silver content,” and include alloy type (e.g., Sn60, SAC305) and form (wire, bar, paste).
2. Match packaging to the form: secure wire on spools with shrink wrap inside cartons, use partitioned boxes for bars, and ship paste in sealed tins or cartridges with an inner liner.
3. Palletize tightly: keep spools vertical to prevent telescoping, add top/bottom sheets, use corner boards, and stretch-wrap or band; keep paste upright and shaded in hot weather.
4. Capture exact weights and dimensions; carriers may use density-based rules or item notes. List NMFC 136440 on paperwork and request pre-approval if mixing forms on one pallet.

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

• Correct NOI wording avoids being rated as precious‑metal solder, preventing premium pricing and costly reclass fees.
• Non-hazardous status simplifies tendering and documentation, reducing administrative time and accessorial risk.
• Form-specific packaging cuts damage and leakage claims for wire, bars, and paste, lowering total landed cost.
• Consistent specs and labeling enable multi-site consolidation, improving pallet fill and strengthening LTL rate negotiations.