NMFC 86540 – Aircraft Glass Cut to Shape | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Verify the item meets the 120 united inches limit and is packed in boxes, crates, or Package 1180. Bent and flat aircraft transparencies both qualify under this item.
2. Build rigid packaging that prevents flex and edge impact: use corner blocking, foam suspension, and interleaving film to protect coated or polished glass surfaces.
3. List the dimensions and the calculated united inches on the BOL, along with the packaging type (box, crate, or Package 1180) and the fixed Class 85 designation.
4. Mark orientation and handling: use Glass/Do Not Stack labels, add tip-and-tell or shock indicators, and request carrier handling for fragile, curved aircraft panels.

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

• Fixed Class 85 simplifies quoting and reduces reclass risk, keeping aircraft glass shipments priced consistently across LTL carriers.
• Dimension-based classification removes density disputes, helping avoid surprise adjustments and speeding freight audits for MROs and OEMs.
• Using approved boxes, crates, or Package 1180 lowers damage rates, protecting high-value transparencies and reducing claim costs.
• Non-hazardous status streamlines paperwork and transit planning, enabling faster tendering and fewer accessorial complications.