Paper Pulp Egg Cartons from Japan
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.
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
• 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