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NMFC 90060 – Metal Grave Markers | Class 77.5

Article ID
90060
NMFC 90060: metal grave markers, see Note 90062
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped item for memorial hardware shipments
Class Range
77.5 1 classification
Fixed rating at Freight Class 77.5
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous metal freight, standard handling

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
90060.00 Grave Markers, not monuments nor gravestones, metal, see Note, item 90062, in boxes, crates or drums 77.5

Notes

Note 90062: NOTE-Shipments may include necessary complement of bases made of same or other materials for each marker.

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Protect each metal marker from abrasion: wrap in VCI paper or poly, add foam or corrugated dividers, and use edge guards so inscriptions or finishes don’t scuff.
  2. Choose sturdy packaging: heavy-duty boxes or wood crates for sets; fiber or steel drums for bulk small pieces. Fill voids and block/bracing to stop movement.
  3. Palletize for LTL: center weight on the pallet, band and stretch-wrap, and label all sides. Mark “Metal Grave Markers—Not Monuments” to prevent reclass.
  4. List on the BOL as “NMFC 90060, Class 77.5, metal grave markers (see Note 90062).” Keep shipment counts by container type (boxes/crates/drums) for accurate receiving.

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

Business Value

  • Predictable pricing: fixed Class 77.5 streamlines quoting and reduces density disputes for cemetery suppliers, municipal buyers, and memorial installers.
  • Lower reclass risk: clear “not monuments nor gravestones” designation helps avoid upcharges often tied to heavier stone memorial categories.
  • Damage reduction: crate or drum options enable tighter blocking and corrosion control, cutting claim rates and replacement costs.
  • Faster compliance: non-hazardous status and simple NMFC reference speed audits, accelerating pickups and improving on-time delivery metrics.