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NMFC 91880 - Thermal Gypsum Board | Class 70

Article ID
91880
Thermal gypsum board with enclosed electric element
Freight Group
GYPSUM OR GYPSUM PRODUCTS GROUP
Falls under Gypsum or Gypsum Products group
Class Range
70 1 classification
Fixed NMFC Class 70, simple classification
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous, no special hazmat handling required

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
91880.00 Gypsum Board, thermal (solid gypsum board with enclosed electrical heating element), in boxes or crates 70

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Package boards in sturdy boxes or fully braced crates; add edge protectors and rigid sheets to prevent flexing around the embedded heating element.
  2. Palletize flat on a skid longer than the board length, strap in two directions, and wrap to keep out moisture; mark Keep Dry and Do Not Stack if boxes are not crush-rated.
  3. Clearly label BOL and cartons: “Thermal Gypsum Board – Enclosed Electrical Element, NMFC 91880, Class 70.” This speeds carrier handling and reduces reclass risk.
  4. For jobsite deliveries (e.g., radiant ceiling panels), request appointment and liftgate as needed; example: ship four boxed panels on a 48x96 plywood skid with corner guards and cross-bracing.

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

Business Value

  • Fixed Class 70 removes density calculations for a fast, consistent quote and fewer reclassification charges.
  • Non-hazardous status expands carrier options and avoids hazmat fees and paperwork, cutting total landed cost.
  • Right-sized crating minimizes breakage to the gypsum core and the enclosed element, lowering claim rates and project delays.
  • Clear NMFC 91880 identification improves rating accuracy across LTL networks, enabling predictable freight budgeting for multi-site rollouts.