Package for fragile goods

Abstract

The present invention relates to a packaging unit for storing and transporting goods, such as eggs or other fragile articles. The packaging unit comprises a bottom section (2) and a lid section (1) hinged thereto. The bottom section includes a flat bottom (15) and opposing side panels (17; 18) and an intermediate panel (16) spaced above the bottom (15). The intermediate panel (16) is hinged to a side panel (17; 18) and contains rows of openings (29) for receiving and supporting packaged goods. The lid section (1) includes a central panel (4) which forms the upper side of the lid section, and opposing side panels (5; 6). Each of the bottom section (2) and the lid section (1) has four side panels (17, 18; 5, 6) which oppose one another in pairs, wherein there is provided in each of the corners formed between mutually adjacent side panels in the bottom (2) and in the lid section (1) at least one foldable fastener tab (21; 9) which constitutes an extension of a side panel (17, 18; 5, 6) and which is folded-in and permanently fastened to a nearest adjacent side panel.

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