NMFC 35730 - Glass-Setting Bars, Metal | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Package bars tightly in sturdy boxes or wooden crates with blocking and banding so lengths can’t shift or bow in transit; add corner and edge protectors to keep plating intact.
2. Wrap zinc or copper‑plated zinc bars with VCI paper or poly to limit tarnish and surface scuffs; separate dissimilar metals with slip sheets to prevent rubbing and staining.
3. List the exact metal type (lead–steel combined, zinc, or copper‑plated zinc) and piece counts on the BOL; label as “Glass‑Setting Bars” to avoid confusion with generic bar stock.
4. For long lengths, center the weight and mark “Do Not Top‑Load”; provide accurate overall dimensions and weight for quoting even though the NMFC class is fixed.

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

• Predictable pricing: fixed Class 70 means no density math and fewer surprise reclasses on metal bar shipments.
• Broader carrier choice and simpler compliance thanks to non‑hazardous status, improving transit options and lead times.
• Lower claims risk when boxed or crated per NMFC—bars arrive straight, with plating unmarred, reducing rework at the jobsite.
• Faster dock handling: clearly bundled and labeled glass‑setting bars move through LTL hubs more smoothly, cutting dwell and accessorials.