NMFC 136500 - Metal & Alloys, NOI | Class N/A

Note 136512: NOTE-The released value must be entered on shipping order and bill of lading in the following form: "The agreed or declared value of the property is hereby specifically stated by the shipper to be not exceeding ______ per pound." ______________________ (Shipper's Signature) (Classes herein based on released value have been authorized by the Interstate Commerce Commission by Released Rates Order No. MC-439 of April 7, 1959, and as amended.)

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Choose rigid boxes or timber crates sized to the single metal piece. Add blocking, cleats, or a cradle for billets, rings, or rods; use edge guards on plates.
2. Match the NMFC intent: one metal piece per handling unit. If bundling bars or multiple sheets, review related note items 136512, 136514, and 136516 before shipping.
3. Build forklift-friendly bases with skid runners and mark the center of gravity. Heavy castings or forgings should be braced to prevent shifting during LTL transfers.
4. Control corrosion and abrasion: wrap with VCI paper, add desiccant, and secure internal dunnage. Clearly label the piece (e.g., “forging, 1 pc, boxed”) on the BOL.

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

• Reduce reclass risk by citing NMFC 136500 for boxed or crated metal items that fit NOI criteria, improving invoice accuracy and audit outcomes.
• Rigid crating and proper blocking lower damage claims on dense, high-value pieces like billets, forged rings, or plates, protecting margins.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges and specialized paperwork, speeding tender and pickup for standard LTL.
• A single NMFC reference across many metal forms streamlines rate shopping and documentation, cutting quoting time for mixed-metal product lines.