NMFC 35720 - Glass Setting Metal Bars | Class 77.5

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use rigid boxes or wood crates sized to bar length; add end caps, edge guards, and V-blocks or cleats to prevent rolling and bending.
2. Print a precise BOL description: Bars, glass setting, aluminum/brass/bronze/copper — NMFC 35720, Class 77.5, non-hazardous; include piece count and longest length.
3. Block and brace inside the crate so bundles cannot shift; keep bars lengthwise and apply Do Not Stack labels if packaging can crush.
4. Separate mixed metals with foam or corrugated sheets to avoid scuffing; for long runs (e.g., 12 ft bars, 20 pcs) use a 12.5 ft crate with internal tie-downs.

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

• Fixed Class 77.5 in boxes or crates simplifies quoting and reduces reclass fees for glazing projects.
• One NMFC covers aluminum, brass, bronze, or copper bars, consolidating SKUs and streamlining LTL rating and routing.
• Damage control: proper crating limits bowing and surface marks, lowering claim rates and keeping storefront timelines on track.
• Predictable class enables better lane pricing and carrier selection, improving freight rate negotiations for building metalwork.