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NMFC 71020 - Rubber Stair Treads in Boxes | Class 70

Article ID
71020
Boxed rubber or plastic stair treads
Freight Group
FLOOR OR WALL COVERINGS AND RELATED ARTICLES GROUP
Floor and wall coverings freight group
Class Range
70 1 classification
Set at Freight Class 70 for simplicity
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous, no special placards required

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
71020.00 Stair Treads, rubber, other than foam rubber, or plastic other than foam, cellular or expanded plastic, in boxes 70

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Pack non-foam rubber or plastic treads flat in boxes with slip sheets between each piece and corner guards to protect nosing edges.
  2. Palletize boxed treads in even layers; add a top sheet and use light strap tension to prevent bowing or imprint marks.
  3. Print NMFC 71020 and Class 70 on the BOL and outer cartons to reduce reclass risk and speed carrier check-in.
  4. In mixed flooring loads, stack these boxes above heavy tile or stone to avoid compression damage during transit.

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

Business Value

  • Fixed Class 70 delivers predictable LTL quotes without density calculations.
  • Faster rate shopping and tendering improves turnaround for installers and distributors.
  • Boxed packaging minimizes scuffs on tread faces and nosings, lowering damage claims.
  • Non-hazardous commodity broadens carrier options and simplifies paperwork and scheduling.