NMFC 36160 - Sheet-Iron Covered Columns | Class 150

Note 36192: NOTE-Item 110, Sec. 13 will govern, except the words 'two or more' may be substituted for 'three or more.'

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Package columns in heavy-duty boxes or custom crates to meet the rating; avoid loose or pallet-only moves that risk damage and reclass.
2. Block and brace: install end caps, internal cleats, and edge guards to prevent denting or oil-canning on sheet-iron or tin-clad surfaces.
3. Moisture-protect with VCI wrap or poly plus desiccant, then label exterior clearly: Center of Gravity, Lift Points, and Do Not Fork Through Sides.
4. On the BOL, describe exactly: “Columns, sheet iron, or wood covered with sheet iron or tin plate — boxed/crated,” cite NMFC 36160, Class 150, and list piece count.

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

• Predictable pricing with a fixed Class 150—no density math, faster quoting, fewer billing disputes.
• Lower claims risk: compliant boxing/crating shields thin metal skins from punctures, bends, and corner damage.
• Field-ready deliveries: durable crates stack and handle cleanly across LTL terminals, keeping project schedules intact.
• Reduced reclass fees and accessorial surprises by matching packaging to the NMFC description from the start.