Corrugated Cardboard Egg Carton

A protective corrugated paperboard tray with compartments for securely holding and transporting eggs hygienically. Classified under HTS 4819.10.00.20 as it qualifies as a sanitary food container made from corrugated material to prevent breakage and contamination.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4819.20.00Same rate: 35%

If constructed from flat, non-corrugated paperboard

Lacks the corrugated structure required for 4819.10, moving to the general non-corrugated carton subheading.

4823.70.00Same rate: 35%

If molded from pulp rather than corrugated sheets

Molded pulp articles like egg trays are classified under 4823.70 as paper pulp moulded items, distinct from assembled corrugated boxes.

4415.10Lower: 20.7% vs 35%

If made from wood pulp in a wooden-like tray form

Wood-based packaging shifts to Chapter 44, separated from paperboard products in Chapter 48.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Test for crush resistance and ensure no inks or adhesives leach into food; provide lab reports if requested by CBP

Use ISF filings early for food-contact paper products to align with FDA prior notice rules

Related Products under HTS 4819.10.00.20