Egg Carton
A molded pulp tray designed to hold 12 eggs, made from recycled paper pulp through a pressing process. It falls under HTS 4823.70.0040 as a molded or pressed article of paper pulp, other than common boxes or dishes. This classification applies to protective packaging shaped for specific use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not molded but cut from flat sheets
Flat cut-to-size paper articles fall under other paper articles, not molded pulp
If for mass production of simple cartons
Common cardboard boxes used in retail packaging classified separately
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify pulp composition meets recycled content claims to avoid misclassification; ensure no plastic inserts which could shift to plastics chapter
• Provide lab tests for burst strength if questioned by customs
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