NMFC 19097 - Steel Auto Body Panels | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm the parts fit this item: steel dashboards, rocker panels, cowl tops, hinge pillars, floor and rear compartment pans, roof skins, wheelhouses, and quarter panel assemblies (with or without wheelhouses).
2. Protect broad, thin panels from flex: cap sharp edges, add foam corners, use VCI or kraft wrap, and band to a blocked skid. Example: nest two quarter panels, wrap, then strap to a 48x96 pallet with edge protectors.
3. Use rigid fixtures when possible: returnable racks or framed crates prevent oil-canning and dings. Mark Do Not Double Stack for contoured roofs or quarter assemblies and place load bars to keep faces off trailer walls.
4. Document precisely on the BOL: list NMFC 19097 and reference Note item 18262, include piece count, left/right designation, and model/year. Measure the largest envelope (including flanges and wheelhouse lips) for accurate quoting.

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

• Cleaner rating and fewer disputes by citing NMFC 19097 and the related note, reducing reclass fees and audit time.
• Damage mitigation on high-surface-area steel saves claim costs; proper edge protection and rigid packing preserve paint-ready surfaces.
• Nesting broad panels and using racks improves trailer utilization, often cutting cube and lowering linehaul charges on multi-piece shipments.
• Non-hazardous designation broadens carrier options and speeds tendering, helping you hit tight body shop or OEM timelines.