NMFC 27850 - Cast Iron Bookends | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Pack pairs in sturdy corrugated boxes with foam or dividers; wrap each bookend so paint and felt bottoms don’t scuff during transit.
2. Keep each carton manageable—aim for under 40 lb—since cast iron is dense and heavy for its size, reducing carrier handling issues.
3. Fill voids and add corner/edge protection; perform a shake test so bookends cannot shift and crack or dent each other.
4. For LTL, stack boxed sets on a 48x40 pallet with no overhang; band and stretch-wrap, and label by set count (e.g., 12 pairs per carton).

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

• Fixed Class 85 rating prevents density disputes, lowering the risk of reclass charges and billing surprises.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat fees and special documentation, streamlining pickup and transit.
• Boxed packaging aligns with carrier expectations, improving claim outcomes and reducing OS&D exposure on decorative metal goods.
• Dense, compact items let you build weight efficiently on a pallet, improving cost per CWT for retailers and home décor distributors.