NMFC 136480 – Terne Metal Bars/Pigs/Slabs/Scrap | Class 60

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Book LTL at Class 60 and list packaging as pallets, crates, or metal bins; this item rates without density, so no cube calculations are needed.
2. Bundle bars and pigs in tight, steel-banded stacks with edge protectors; add blocking so heavy pieces cannot shift or roll during forklift turns.
3. For scrap, use heavy-duty Gaylord boxes or welded bins lined to contain chips and fines; cap and band the container to stop spillage.
4. Keep lead-bearing alloy away from food or pharma freight and note “Terne metal—lead/tin alloy” on the BOL for clear handling and segregation.

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

• Predictable Class 60 rating streamlines quoting and can reduce LTL costs versus higher-class metals.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges and speeds tender and pickup.
• Package-based classification (no density factor) lowers reclass risk and billing disputes.
• Correct bundling and binning reduce damage, cleanup time, and compliance exposure when moving heavy alloy pieces.