NMFC 36950 - Prison Work, steel, NOI | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List the commodity as Prison Work, steel, NOI, NMFC 36950, Class 70 on the bill of lading, and include piece count, pallet or crate type, and any sharp-edge notes.
2. Package welded doors, frames, and grilles on heavy skids or angle-iron crates; use edge guards and steel banding, add VCI wrap or corrosion inhibitor, and mark center of gravity.
3. Keep tall frames vertical with spacers; if stacking is unsafe, use do-not-stack cones and labels. Request liftgate or appointment delivery when shipping to correctional facilities.
4. Even though Class 70 is not density-based, provide accurate weights and dimensions for LTL space planning to avoid reclass, rebills, and delays.

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

• Predictable Class 70 rating stabilizes LTL quotes for heavy steel assemblies and helps control project freight budgets.
• Single NOI coverage reduces reclass risk when shipping mixed correctional-grade steel components like cell fronts, doors, and frames.
• Non-hazardous designation broadens carrier options and simplifies routing to job sites or secure facilities.
• Damage reduction through proper crating and blocking lowers claim exposure and keeps justice construction timelines on track.