NMFC 36830 – Die-Cast Aluminum Ornamental Panels | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Print NMFC 36830 and Class 85 on the BOL; describe as “die-cast aluminum ornamental grille/lattice panels, boxed.”
2. Use double-wall cartons with rigid backer boards and edge/corner guards; protect the decorative face with foam wrap and mark “Do Not Bend.”
3. Separate each panel with foam or honeycomb sheets to prevent rub marks; if extruded supports ship in the same load, box and list them as a separate line item.
4. Palletize multiple boxes upright, band and stretch-wrap with a top cap; avoid overhang and keep labels visible for quick cross-dock scans.

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

• Predictable pricing with fixed Class 85—no density calculation needed for these boxed panels.
• Lower claim risk by aligning packaging with the NMFC description (boxed, ornamental, die-cast aluminum).
• Faster quoting and tendering since the item is non-hazardous and has a single, clear classification.
• Reduced reclass fees by clearly separating any extruded supports and documenting the boxed panels accurately.