NMFC 36680 - Metal Gutter/Downspout Hangers | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Pack metal hangers in sturdy corrugated boxes with dividers or poly bags to stop abrasion of galvanized or painted finishes; fill voids to prevent bending.
2. If using drums for bulk small parts, line with corrugated and bag in counted bundles (e.g., 25 or 50 per bag) to speed receiving and reduce loss.
3. Palletize cartons square to 48x40 with edge protectors; keep weight balanced so thin hanger arms don’t deform under compression during LTL cross-dock handling.
4. Label cartons with “NMFC 36680, Class 70” and clear product IDs like ‘eave trough’ or ‘conductor pipe’ hangers to avoid reclass and misroutes.

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

• Class 70 rating gives predictable LTL quotes for metal hanger SKUs, improving bid accuracy on gutter system projects.
• Non-hazardous status simplifies compliance and reduces accessorial risk, cutting soft costs in multi-stop construction supply chains.
• Consistent box or drum packaging enables higher cube efficiency and fewer damages, lowering claim rates on coated or galvanized parts.
• Single-item classification streamlines catalog setup and EDI, accelerating time-to-ship for distributors bundling gutters, downspouts, and hardware.