Egg Carton from Japan
A molded pulp tray designed to hold 12 eggs, made by pressing paper pulp into shape. It falls under HTS 4823.70.00 as a molded or pressed article of paper pulp, used for packaging fragile items. Provides cushioning and is biodegradable.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify pulp composition meets non-wood fiber standards if claiming eco-certifications; ensure no plastic coatings to avoid reclassification; provide production process documentation for molded pulp verification