NMFC 40505 – Shaker Caps Brass/Steel | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Select boxes as the packaging to align with this NMFC; bag small caps in inner packs or dividers to stop rattling and prevent thread damage.
2. Note the material on paperwork (brass or steel) and describe clearly: “Salt/Pepper Shaker Caps, metal, boxed.” This helps dock staff and avoids reclass questions.
3. Use count-based inner cartons (e.g., 100 caps per bag, 10 bags per case) and keep case weights manageable (40–50 lb) to ease handling and reduce loss risk.
4. Palletize with no overhang, add a solid top sheet, and shrink-wrap tightly. Place a “Small Parts—Do Not Cut” label to prevent knife damage when unwrapping.

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

• Fixed Class 85 rating eliminates density calculations, enabling faster quoting and fewer reclass fees for metal shaker cap shipments.
• One listing covers brass or steel caps shipped in boxes, simplifying SKU consolidation and streamlining TMS setup across purchasing and distribution.
• Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and avoids hazmat surcharges, improving lane coverage and transit flexibility.
• Protective inner packing lowers plating scuff claims and count discrepancies, cutting returns and chargebacks on high-piece-count orders.