Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 167480.00 | Bronzed, coppered, galvanized, japanned, painted, plated or tinned or coated by any other process, in boxes or drums: | |
| 167480.01 | Loose, weighing each less than 25 pounds | 100 |
| 167480.02 | In packages, or loose if weighing each 25 pounds or over | 70 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Choose packaging by part size and finish: small clips and bolts in partitioned boxes, heavier castings in lined drums to prevent scuffing of plated or galvanized surfaces.
- Record accurate gross weight per handling unit; this item uses weight-based classes with two breaks, so precise weights help secure the correct class between 70 and 100.
- Palletize boxes or drums, then band and wrap; add corrosion-inhibitor paper or sleeves to keep bronze, coppered, or tinned parts clean during transit.
- Describe parts and coating on the BOL (e.g., “galvanized fishplates, boxed”) and mark as non-hazardous to avoid inspections and reclass delays.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Leverage weight-based breaks to reach the lower class and reduce LTL spend by consolidating coated metal parts into fewer, heavier handling units.
- Protective coatings plus proper inner packing reduce finish damage and claim costs for high-touch rail MRO and OEM shipments.
- Clear NMFC mapping speeds carrier acceptance and dock flow, improving cycle times for shop-to-yard replenishment.
- Accurate weights and packaging details cut reweigh/reclass fees and make rate quoting predictable for recurring lanes.