4823.70.00.20 - Plates, bowls or cups

This category, HTS Code 4823.70.00.20, specifically classifies molded or pressed articles of paper pulp that are shaped into plates, bowls, or cups. These items are manufactured through processes that involve forming paper pulp into desired shapes, often for single-use or disposable applications. The defining characteristic is their form and intended function as tableware.

Distinguishing this from its sibling, 4823.70.00.40 "Other," is crucial. While both fall under "Molded or pressed articles of paper pulp," this specific subheading is reserved for those articles explicitly designed and recognizable as plates, bowls, or cups. The "Other" category would encompass a broader range of molded or pressed paper pulp items not fitting the specific tableware definitions, such as trays, packaging inserts, or decorative elements.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification relies heavily on the precise form and intended use of the article to determine its placement under 4823.70.00.20. If an article is molded from paper pulp and takes the shape of a plate, bowl, or cup, it will be classified here. If it deviates significantly in form or purpose, it would likely fall under a different subheading.