NMFC 185490 - Cast Iron/Steel Plumbing Patterns | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List NMFC 185490 and Class 85 on the BOL to prevent reclass, especially when sending heavy foundry patterns to job sites or machine shops.
2. Protect critical pattern faces and cores with foam and caps, then brace inside a crate or band to a skid; mark lift points to avoid tine damage.
3. For long or irregular patterns (e.g., radiator or tub forms), use 96-inch pallets, add 2x4 blocking, and label as non-stackable to control overhang risk.
4. Shipping multiple patterns? Separate with dunnage, tag each piece for orientation, and provide weight distribution notes so carriers can load without tip hazards.

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

• Predictable pricing: fixed Class 85 simplifies quotes across LTL carriers for cast iron and steel patterns.
• Fewer surprise charges by citing the exact NMFC; reduces reclass and inspection fees common with heavy tooling.
• Faster tendering for construction, HVAC, and foundry projects by standardizing paperwork and avoiding density calculations.
• Lower claim risk when crated and blocked correctly, preserving precision pattern surfaces and project timelines.