NMFC 185651 - Iron/Steel Wire or Strip | Class 70–300

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Identify the form and packing: note if it’s wire coils, spooled wire, or banded strip bundles, and specify that it’s shipped packaged on a pallet, crate, or skid. Example: 1,200 lb coil on 48x40 skid, eye-to-the-sky, triple-banded.
2. Prevent coil shift and edge damage. Use V-blocks or coil cradles, wood chocks, and metal/plastic strapping with edge protectors to stop telescoping and protect sharp burrs.
3. Document specs that influence class in the 70–300 range: wire gauge or strip width/thickness, finish (e.g., galvanized, annealed), and exact packaging method. List NMFC item on the BOL and include piece count and net/gross weight.
4. Mark handling instructions: label orientation (eye-to-the-sky or eye-to-the-side), apply ‘Do Not Stack’ cones if needed, and wrap the package to contain loose tails. Photograph the packed load for claim protection.

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

• Accurate NMFC pairing minimizes reclass/rebill risk, stabilizing quotes and protecting margins on recurring wire or strip lanes.
• Right-size packaging (cradle or crate vs. loose coils) improves stowability, cuts damage rates, and reduces OS&D claims on sharp-edged metals.
• Optimized packing may qualify for a more favorable spot within the 70–300 class range, improving freight rates and lowering total landed cost.
• Clear specs and labeling speed carrier acceptance and pickups, shortening dock time and keeping production sites and fab shops on schedule.