Molded Fiber Egg Tray
Molded paper pulp tray with 30 egg compartments, cut to standard size for packaging. Qualifies under tariff item 4823.69.00 as an other shaped cellulose fiber article.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tray is made of molded paper pulp
Molded articles of paper pulp are specifically provided for in this heading.
If the tray is designed for packing or shipping eggs
Packing containers of paperboard are classified under heading 48.19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the tray is not printed with motifs that are not subsidiary to its primary use, which would fall under Chapter 49
• Ensure it is not coated with plastics exceeding half the total thickness, which would reclassify to Chapter 39
• Keep documentation of the pulp composition and any coatings
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