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NMFC 157180 - Magnetic Plastic/Rubber Sheeting | Class N/A

Article ID
157180
NMFC 157180: magnetic plastic/rubber sheeting.
Freight Group
PLASTIC OR RUBBER ARTICLES GROUP
Falls under Plastic or Rubber Articles.
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
Class per Note 157182; not density-based.
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous material; standard LTL handling.

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
157180.00 Strips or Stripping, Sheets or Sheeting, plastic or rubber and magnetic iron dust or powder, see Note, item 157182:

Notes

Note 157182: NOTE-Will not apply on tape recordings or tape recording blanks.

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Reference Note 157182 on the BOL and select the exact sub-item that fits your form factor (strips vs. sheets, rolled vs. flat) to avoid reclass.
  2. For rolls, keep product wound on sturdy cores with edge guards, then wrap in poly and double-wall corrugate; block and brace to prevent telescoping in transit.
  3. For flat sheets, interleave with chipboard to prevent scuffing, strap to a non-ferrous pallet, and add corner protectors to keep edges true for sign-making or gasket cutting.
  4. Mark packages “Magnetic Material—Keep From Ferrous Surfaces” and record overall bundle dimensions and weight; orient sheets face-to-face to limit stray attraction.

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

Business Value

  • Accurate use of NMFC 157180 with Note 157182 eliminates surprise reclass fees and accelerates carrier acceptance for LTL moves.
  • Non-hazardous status means no hazmat surcharges, simplifying routing and reducing administrative overhead for routine replenishments.
  • Right-size packaging (rolls for long runs, flats for finished cuts) optimizes cube and minimizes damage claims, keeping freight rates predictable.
  • Tailored handling protects functional properties for sign shops, appliance door seal makers, and retail display teams—reducing scrap and return costs.