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NMFC 140840 - Nickel-Silver Plate/Sheet | Class N/A

Article ID
140840
Covers nickel-silver plate, sheet, strips
Freight Group
NICKEL-SILVER
Copper–nickel–zinc alloy flat stock
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
No fixed class; item-based listing
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous metal alloy freight

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
140840.00 Plate, Sheet or Sheet Strips:

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Ship flat on full-coverage pallets or in wood crates with no overhang; add interleaving paper or film and wrap to minimize scratching and tarnish.
  2. Protect edges with heavy angle guards and band using corner protectors; note piece count, alloy name (nickel-silver/German silver), dimensions, and gauge on the BOL.
  3. Limit stack height for thin sheets to prevent bowing; place three or more runners and block/braced sides to resist shear during LTL cross-docking.
  4. Mark freight as plate/sheet (not coil), include skid weight and overall dims, and request upright handling to avoid bends in longer strips.

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

Business Value

  • Damage prevention on edges and finishes cuts claim risk and keeps downstream polishing or stamping operations on schedule.
  • Clear NMFC 140840 identification reduces reclass inspections and surprise rate changes, stabilizing landed cost.
  • Well-skidded flats cube efficiently for LTL consolidation, improving cost per pound and reducing handling touches.
  • Non-hazardous alloy status streamlines tendering and avoids hazmat surcharges and paperwork delays.