Egg Carton from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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