Egg Tray Sizes and Weight Capacity in India: Everything You Need to Know
Choosing the right egg tray size is one of the most practical decisions a poultry farm owner or egg distributor makes. The wrong size means damaged eggs, wasted space, inefficient stacking, or packaging that simply does not meet buyer requirements. Whether you are supplying to a local mandi, a retail chain, or an international export market, understanding the standard egg tray sizes and their corresponding weight capacities in India is essential.
At Sri Vijaya Durga Paper Board Industry, Palwancha, Telangana, we manufacture a full range of paper egg trays in standard Indian and export-grade sizes using premium pulp from ITC Bhadrachalam. This guide covers everything you need to know about egg tray dimensions, capacity, and tray weight so you can source the right packaging for your operation.
Why Egg Tray Size Matters for Poultry Farms
Egg tray sizing directly impacts three critical areas of your business: egg safety during transportation, storage efficiency in warehouses and delivery vehicles, and buyer acceptance in both domestic and export markets. A tray that is too shallow offers poor egg support. A tray with oversized cavities allows eggs to shift and collide. Getting the size right protects both your product and your profitability.
In India, egg tray sizes are determined by two key factors — the number of eggs the tray holds and the size of the eggs (small, medium, large, extra large) being packed. Both paper and plastic trays are available in standard sizes, though paper trays dominate the bulk supply market due to their lower cost, biodegradability, and regulatory compliance under India's 2025–2026 packaging framework.
Standard Egg Tray Sizes in India
The Indian poultry and egg packaging industry recognizes several standard tray formats, used across farms, cold chains, hatcheries, and retail supply.
30-Egg Tray (Most Common: Farm and Bulk Supply)
The 30-egg paper tray is the dominant format across India's poultry supply chain. It is used by farms, wholesalers, and exporters for bulk egg dispatch. Standard dimensions for the 30-egg paper tray are approximately 292–300 mm (L) × 292–300 mm (W) × 47–50 mm (H). The tray weight for a standard paper pulp 30-egg tray ranges from 65 grams to 100 grams depending on pulp density and manufacturer. These trays hold eggs up to 90 grams in weight per egg and are designed for easy stacking in columns of 10 to 12 trays.
12-Egg Tray (Retail and Semi-Wholesale)
The 12-egg tray is commonly used for retail packaging and smaller wholesale consignments. Standard dimensions are approximately 280 mm (L) × 140–190 mm (W) × 50–90 mm (H). Tray weight for a paper 12-egg tray ranges from 25 to 40 grams. This format is popular with supermarkets, organized retail chains, and e-commerce egg delivery platforms that require a cleaner, more consumer-ready presentation.
6-Egg Tray / Carton (Retail Consumer Pack)
The 6-egg tray is the standard retail consumer format, used in supermarkets, quick commerce platforms, and premium egg brands. Approximate dimensions are 140–150 mm (L) × 100–120 mm (W) × 70–90 mm (H). These are typically produced as closed cartons rather than open trays, and tray weight ranges from 12 to 20 grams in paper pulp format.
Standard Indian Egg Tray Size and Capacity Reference
| Egg Capacity | ||||
| 30-Egg Tray | 292–300 × 292–300 × 47–50 mm | 30 eggs | 65–100 grams | Farm bulk supply, wholesale, export |
| 12-Egg Tray | 280 × 140–190 × 50–90 mm | 12 eggs | 25–40 grams | Semi-wholesale, retail supply |
| 6-Egg Carton | 140–150 × 100–120 × 70–90 mm | 6 eggs | 12–20 grams | Consumer retail, e-commerce |
| 20-Egg Tray (XL Eggs) | 250–275 × 250–275 × 45 mm | 20 eggs | 65–75 grams | Extra-large egg packing, export |
| 36-Egg Tray (Custom) | Custom | 36 eggs | 90–110 grams | Large farm operations, hatcheries |
Egg Weight Capacity Per Tray — What It Means
The weight capacity of an egg tray refers to the maximum egg weight each individual cavity is designed to support safely. In India, commercial eggs are classified by weight:
- Small eggs: up to 48 grams
- Medium eggs: 48–53 grams
- Large eggs: 53–63 grams
- Extra Large eggs: 63–73 grams
- Jumbo eggs: 73 grams and above
Egg Weight Capacity by Tray Grade
| Egg Grade | |||
| Small | Up to 48 g | 45 mm depth | Standard 30-egg paper tray |
| Medium | 48–53 g | 47 mm depth | Standard 30-egg paper tray |
| Large | 53–63 g | 48–50 mm depth | Medium/Large grade paper tray |
| Extra Large | 63–73 g | 50 mm depth | XL grade paper tray (20-egg format) |
| Jumbo | 73 g+ | 52–55 mm depth | Custom or breeder tray |
Selecting a tray with the correct cavity depth for your egg grade is critical. Undersized cavities crack eggs during stacking; oversized cavities allow lateral movement that causes breakage in transit.
How Sri Vijaya Durga Paper Egg Trays Are Sized and Manufactured
At Sri Vijaya Durga, our paper egg trays are manufactured to precise dimensional specifications using premium ITC Bhadrachalam pulp. Our standard 30-egg trays consistently deliver uniform cavity depth, controlled wall thickness, and tray weight within accepted tolerances — ensuring every batch meets the needs of poultry farms supplying domestic bulk markets as well as international export destinations including Dubai, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
We manufacture trays across standard Indian market sizes and offer customized bulk tray solutions for farms with specific egg grade or logistics requirements. With production capacity scaling from 200 to 400 tonnes per month, we supply high-volume orders reliably and without disruption throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the standard egg tray size used by poultry farms in India? The most widely used size is the 30-egg paper tray, with approximate dimensions of 292–300 mm × 292–300 mm × 47–50 mm. It is the standard format for farm-to-distributor and farm-to-export supply across India.
Q2. How much does a standard paper egg tray weigh in India? A standard 30-egg paper pulp tray weighs between 65 and 100 grams depending on pulp density and manufacturing grade. A 12-egg paper tray typically weighs 25 to 40 grams, and a 6-egg carton weighs 12 to 20 grams.
Q3. What egg weight can a standard 30-egg paper tray hold? Standard 30-egg paper trays are designed to safely hold eggs weighing up to 73 grams per cavity (extra-large grade). For jumbo eggs above 73 grams, a deeper cavity or custom tray is recommended to prevent cracking or poor fitment.
Q4. Can egg trays be customized for specific egg sizes? Yes. Paper egg trays can be custom-manufactured with adjusted cavity depth, tray height, and cell spacing to suit specific egg grades — from small commercial eggs to large breeder eggs. Sri Vijaya Durga offers customized tray solutions for farms with specific requirements.
Q5. How many egg trays can be stacked safely for transport? Standard 30-egg paper trays are designed to stack in columns of 10 to 12 trays safely for road transport. Stacking height depends on tray strength, pulp grade, and load conditions. High-density ITC Bhadrachalam pulp trays perform reliably under standard Indian road transport stacking loads.
Q6. What is the difference between a 20-egg tray and a 30-egg tray? The 20-egg tray is used specifically for extra-large or jumbo eggs, with wider and deeper individual cavities to accommodate heavier eggs. The 30-egg tray is the standard format for medium and large commercial eggs in India's bulk supply chain.
Q7. Where can I order standard and custom paper egg trays in bulk in Telangana? Sri Vijaya Durga Paper Board Industry, Palwancha, Telangana, supplies standard and custom paper egg trays in bulk to poultry farms and distributors across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and pan-India. Contact us at +91 98663 44666 or email srivijayadurgapaper@gmail.com for bulk pricing and specifications.
Need the right egg tray size for your poultry farm? Contact Sri Vijaya Durga Paper Board Industry — Telangana's trusted paper egg tray manufacturer supplying standard and custom sizes to farms, distributors, and exporters across India.
