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NMFC 60180 - 20 Gauge or Thinner | Class 100–300

Article ID
60180
NMFC 60180, thin 20‑gauge‑or‑less items
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped article with packaging-driven handling
Class Range
100-300 3 classifications
Classes vary 100–300 across three options
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous freight for simpler booking

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
60180.00 20 gauge or thinner:
60180.01 SU or in SU sections:
60180.02 Loose 300
60180.03 In boxes or crates 200
60180.04 KD 100

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Confirm the material is 20 gauge or thinner using a caliper and note actual thickness on the BOL to align with NMFC 60180.
  2. Match packaging to risk: banded bundles on skids for sturdier pieces, heavy boxes with edge guards for smaller cuts, or braced crates for larger panels.
  3. Prevent bending and scuffing by interleaving sheets with paper/film, adding corner and edge protectors, and using banding with protective pads.
  4. Palletize to avoid overhang, mark “Do Not Bend/Edge Sensitive,” and specify NMFC 60180 with the chosen packaging type (loose, boxed, or crated).

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

Business Value

  • Selecting the correct class within the 100–300 range minimizes reclass fees and inspection delays.
  • Upgrading from loose to boxed or crated reduces damage risk and can improve overall landed cost despite packaging spend.
  • Clear NMFC 60180 notation and precise packaging details drive faster quotes and smoother carrier acceptance.
  • Non-hazardous status streamlines documentation and accelerates tendering in standard LTL networks.