NMFC 139600 - Nameplates & Letter Plates | Class 85–100

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Verify the correct NMFC sub-item and select the appropriate class within 85–100. Note “other than automobile identity” on the BOL and include packaging type (boxes or drums) with piece count.
2. Protect finishes from abrasion: stack plates flat with slip sheets (kraft, foam, or film), add corner/edge guards, and band stacks for metal; bag plastic or anodized parts individually to prevent scuffs.
3. Stabilize irregular shapes like escutcheons and mail slot plates by infilling voids with honeycomb or partitions so cutouts don’t bend. Example: 12×4 brass plates in 200# test cartons with chipboard interleaves.
4. Unitize for LTL: keep cartons within pallet footprint (48×40), add a top cap, and wrap to containment. For drum-packed bulk blanks, line with kraft and use plastic caps to prevent end damage.

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

• Accurate rating with two fixed classes (85–100) avoids density disputes, reducing reclass fees and invoice surprises.
• Surface-safe packing lowers claims on brushed, engraved, or coated finishes, cutting replacement and rework costs.
• Flat, stackable form factor improves pallet cube utilization, delivering better per-unit freight economics on LTL lanes.
• Clear NMFC 139600 notation and packaging detail on the BOL speeds carrier inspection and keeps loads moving without delays.