NMFC 86670 - Flashed or Ruby Glass in Boxes | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Pack sheets in rigid, double‑wall boxes with edge protection; interleave each sheet with acid‑free paper or PE film to protect the flashed/ruby surface from abrasion.
2. Keep boxes upright and mark ‘Glass—Do Not Lay Flat’ with orientation arrows; add corner guards and foam U‑channels to shield sharp, unfinished edges.
3. Palletize boxed glass vertically with edge boards and stretch wrap; use cardboard decks or honeycomb sheets to prevent point loads and add ‘Do Not Stack’ cones if needed.
4. On the BOL, list: “Glass, flashed or ruby, not framed, in boxes — NMFC 86670, Class 85.” Skip density-based classing and confirm carrier glass-handling requirements.

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

• Predictable pricing with fixed Class 85 eliminates density disputes and reduces reclass fees.
• Surface‑sensitive guidance lowers claim risk on flashed/ruby layers, protecting margins and delivery timelines.
• Non‑hazardous status streamlines tendering and avoids hazmat surcharges and added documentation.
• Clear NMFC identification speeds quoting and carrier selection, improving rate shopping for studios, fabricators, and distributors.