{"id":10034,"date":"2026-08-27T17:20:48","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T09:20:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eggtraymaking.com\/?post_type=info&p=10034"},"modified":"2026-08-27T17:20:50","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T09:20:50","slug":"egg-tray-molds-cost","status":"publish","type":"info","link":"https:\/\/www.eggtraymaking.com\/ar\/egg-tray-molds-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Do Egg Tray Molds Cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The egg tray molds cost is not fixed. It changes based on material, cavity count, size, customization level, and order quantity. A standard plastic mold for a small egg tray machine costs less than an aluminum alloy mold for a high-speed rotary production line. Custom molds for egg cartons, fruit trays, or industrial packaging also carry different price tags because each requires unique design work and machining time.<\/p>

Shuliy manufactures and sells egg tray molds separately from machines. This matters for buyers who already own a pulp molding machine and only need replacement molds. It also helps producers who want to expand their product range without buying another production line. Whether you need 6-cell, 12-cell, 20-cell, or 30-cell molds, Shuliy can customize the material, dimensions, and design to match your forming machine.<\/p>

Note before reading: If you are interested in the machine featured in this article, please click the three contact options on the right-hand pop-up window to get in touch with us. We will provide you with a quotation within 24 hours.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>

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5 Factors That Affect Egg Tray Mold Cost<\/h2>

1. Mold Material<\/h3>

Shuliy offers three common materials for egg tray molds. Each has a different price point, lifespan, and production performance.<\/p>

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Plastic molds cost the least upfront. They work for startups testing the market. Aluminum alloy molds cost more but last longer and produce better tray definition. For a commercial line running 10-20 hours per day, aluminum alloy usually delivers the lowest cost per tray over time.<\/p>

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2. Number of Cavities<\/h3>

The cavity count directly affects the amount of material and machining time. Common configurations include 6, 12, 20, and 30 cavities per tray.<\/p>

A 30-cell mold requires more cutting, drilling, and surface finishing than a 6-cell mold. Larger molds also need more drainage holes and stronger structural support. More cavities mean a higher price, but they also mean more trays per cycle and faster production.<\/p>

3. Tray Size and Complexity<\/h3>

Standard egg tray molds follow common dimensions. Custom sizes add engineering cost. For example, a mold designed for extra-large eggs needs deeper cavities and thicker walls. A flip-top egg carton mold needs a lid mechanism and hinge detail. These features increase design and machining time.<\/p>

Industrial molds for wine bottles, electronics, or shoes are even more complex. They often require deeper draws, reinforced edges, and special surface textures. Complex molds cost more than simple flat trays.<\/p>

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4. Mold Quantity<\/h3>

Buying one mold set costs more per unit than ordering several sets. Many customers order a full set of forming molds plus transfer molds for one production line. Others keep spare molds to reduce downtime during mold changeovers. Larger orders spread design and setup costs across more pieces, lowering the unit price.<\/p>

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5. Customization Requirements<\/h3>

Standard molds require no extra design work. Custom molds may need:<\/p>