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NMFC 61225 - Steel Cable Racks & Trays | Class N/A

Article ID
61225
NMFC 61225: Steel cable management in packages
Freight Group
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT GROUP
Electrical Equipment Group for cable support gear
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
Exception item; class set by notes (N/A)
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous materials, standard carrier handling applies

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
61225.00 Cable Racks, Raceways, Trays, Troughs or Cableways, steel, see Notes, items 61222 and 61224, in packages:

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Bundle straight lengths with staggered joints and block on a pallet or custom skid; maintain 4-way forklift access to avoid flexing long sections.
  2. Shield edges and rungs with corner guards, corrugated separators, and banding sleeves; add 3-point blocking to stop bowing during LTL handling.
  3. Cap open channels and bag hardware or splice kits; use VCI wrap or plastic if bare steel might corrode in damp lanes.
  4. Print NMFC 61225 on the BOL with “steel cable racks/raceways—packaged” and reference Notes 61222/61224; list piece count, longest length, and any not-stackable or overlength flags.

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

Business Value

  • Correct use of NMFC 61225 reduces reclass fees and speeds dispute resolution when moving steel cable management systems.
  • Purpose-built packaging minimizes bending and abrasion, cutting claim risk and replacement costs on trays, raceways, and troughs.
  • Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and shortens tender-to-pickup timelines for project and MRO shipments.
  • Clear documentation with Notes 61222/61224 supports faster quoting and fewer surprises on overlength or special-handling charges.