NMFC 179580: Leather or Webbing Straps | Class 100

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm scope: straps made of leather, imitation leather, or webbing fitted with buckles, hooks, or similar fasteners. Use the exact NOI wording and cite NMFC 179580 on the BOL.
2. Pack in sturdy boxes or crated: coil straps to avoid kinks, bag metal hardware to prevent carton punctures, and use dividers or wrap to stop abrasion. Example: bundle 10 pieces, sleeve buckles, fill voids, then seal with reinforced tape.
3. Palletize smartly: no overhang, evenly stack cartons, and use corner boards with stretch wrap or banding. If using a crate, block and brace so hardware faces inward and cannot migrate.
4. Control moisture and rub: line cartons with poly for leather to limit dye transfer and humidity, add desiccant as needed, and mark cartons with piece count, strap lengths, and “This Side Up.”

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

• Predictable pricing: fixed Class 100 without density calculations streamlines quoting and avoids surprises across mixed strap SKUs.
• Lower reclass risk: correct NOI description and proper boxing/crating help carriers verify the item quickly, reducing fees and delays.
• Fewer damage claims: protecting buckles/hooks and isolating strap surfaces cuts abrasion and puncture issues, improving delivery performance.
• Operational simplicity: one NMFC covers leather, imitation leather, and webbing straps with fasteners, simplifying TMS mapping and consolidations.