NMFC 200840 - Zinc Pig or Slab | Class 50

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Select NMFC 200840 for pure zinc or zinc-alloy pigs/slabs and mark Class 50 on the BOL; no density calculation is required.
2. Bundle pigs or slabs tightly with steel strapping, add corner protectors, and secure to 4-way pallets to control heavy, slick pieces during LTL handling.
3. Spread weight evenly across pallets and floor space; use forklift extensions or wide tines to avoid point-loading and pallet failure.
4. Describe the freight clearly: “Zinc, pig or slab,” include alloy/grade if known, list piece and pallet counts, and note non-hazardous status to streamline carrier acceptance.

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

• Fixed Class 50 yields favorable LTL rates for dense metal feedstock, cutting per-hundredweight costs for galvanizers and die casters.
• Simple, non-density classification accelerates quoting and booking, reducing admin time and reclass risk.
• Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and helps avoid hazmat surcharges or special handling fees.
• Proper banding and palletization minimize damage and OS&D claims, protecting margins on high-weight, low-cube shipments.