NMFC 170580 - Plastic Siding in Boxes | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Write the BOL to match the item: “Siding, plastic, boxed,” and include box count, panel lengths, and pallet count (e.g., 10 boxes, 12-ft panels, on 2 pallets).
2. Use a pallet long enough to avoid overhang; brace boxes with corner boards, slip sheets, and light banding. Add “Do Not Stack” cones to prevent top-load damage.
3. Protect edges and ends with caps or angle guards since plastic siding can chip or crease. Keep forklift tines clear of panel ends during loading.
4. Consider temperature: plastic can be brittle in cold and soften in heat. Stage freight indoors before pickup and avoid tight wrap that traps heat in hot weather.

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

• Accurate item description (“plastic siding, boxed”) supports item-rated classing, reducing reclass fees and invoice disputes.
• Non-hazardous status widens carrier options and avoids hazmat surcharges, improving rate shopping and service flexibility.
• Rigid boxing and edge protection cut finish scuffs and corner crush, lowering claim frequency and costly reships.
• Declaring true lengths and using proper pallets helps avoid oversize handling charges and keeps transit timelines predictable.