Paper Pulp Egg Cartons
Molded egg cartons made from recycled paper pulp, cut and shaped to hold 12 eggs securely. Falls under HTS 4823.90.86 as other articles of paper pulp, distinct from flat packaging paper.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +60.0% | 60% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of paperboard rather than molded pulp
Paperboard egg cartons classify as packing containers in 4819, not pulp articles.
If primarily plastic with paper pulp coating
Material composition determines heading; plastics prevail over paper pulp.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit fiber content analysis proving paper pulp base (not less than 50% recovered fiber acceptable)
• Document molding process to distinguish from flat paperboard packaging in 4819
• Check for moisture content compliance to prevent mold issues during customs inspection
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