NMFC 35080 - Wire Mesh Insulated Panels | Class 250

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List on the BOL as: “Panels, wire mesh with expanded plastic core, in packages — NMFC 35080, Class 250, non-hazardous.” This avoids reclass or inspection delays.
2. Bundle panels tightly with edge guards, then stretch-wrap and band to a pallet or skid. Cover exposed wire mesh so it can’t snag forklift masts or other freight.
3. Expect overlength rules if panels exceed 96 inches. Request carriers that accept long freight and add notes like “Top Load Only” or “Do Not Stack” when needed.
4. Keep dry and flat. Use dunnage between bundles to prevent bowing and protect the expanded plastic insulation from compression or heat sources during transit.

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

• Fixed Class 250 simplifies quoting—no density calculation—making rate shopping faster across multiple LTL carriers.
• Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and reduces documentation complexity, speeding up tender-to-pickup timelines.
• Damage-focused packaging (edge protection, banding, mesh covers) cuts claim risk on delicate EPS cores, lowering total landed cost.
• Clear NMFC labeling (35080) reduces reclass fees, avoids inspection hold-ups, and supports predictable freight budgeting for jobsite deliveries.