Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 162812.00 | Iron or steel, other than plate or sheet steel, in boxes, crates, drums or Package 1459: | |
| 162812.01 | Rough machined, requiring further machining | 70 |
| 162812.02 | Further finished than rough machined | 85 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Choose the right pack: heavy-duty boxes with blocking for small parts, timber crates for irregular shapes, or drums where allowed. Note “Package 1459” on the BOL when applicable.
- Exclude plate and sheet steel. If your lot includes sheet or plate, split it into a separate NMFC item to avoid reclass; keep this item for castings, brackets, fittings, rods, etc.
- Control movement and corrosion: use dunnage, corner protectors, VCI wrap or oil paper, desiccants, and interior bracing so metal doesn’t chafe through the container.
- Provide precise counts and weights, mark two sides of each box or crate, and secure to pallets for cross-dock handling. Add stackability notes to speed terminal loading.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Predictable pricing within Class 70–85 helps prevent reweigh/reclass fees and keeps quotes aligned with invoices.
- Package 1459-compliant packing reduces transit damage and OS&D claims, cutting replacement and reship costs.
- Non-hazardous status broadens carrier availability and avoids hazmat surcharges or special paperwork.
- Purpose-built crating and palletization improves cube efficiency and stackability, lowering cost per pound on LTL moves.