Product classification
HS code for Fishing lures: 9507.90
Fishing tackle n.e.c., butterfly nets, decoy birds (other than those of heading no. 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting requisites.
Classification of fishing lures under HS 9507.90
Fishing lures are classified under HS code 9507.90, which serves as a residual category for fishing tackle not specifically named in other subheadings of heading 9507. Chapter 95 covers toys, games, and sports requisites, with heading 9507 focusing on line fishing tackle and other hunting or shooting requisites. While 9507.10, 9507.20, and 9507.30 cover rods, hooks, and reels respectively, 9507.90 captures the wide variety of artificial baits and lures used by anglers. These items are designed to attract fish by mimicking prey through movement, vibration, or color. The classification includes a vast array of materials, from plastic and wood to metal and feathers. Under General Interpretative Rules 1 and 6, the specific description of fishing tackle in the heading and the lack of a more specific subheading for lures necessitates the use of the "other" category (9507.90). This code is vital for the sporting goods industry and covers both freshwater and saltwater artificial baits. The lures may be imported with or without hooks attached; however, if they are primarily designed as an artificial bait, they remain in this category. This classification ensures that all specialized angling accessories that do not fit the definitions of rods or reels are grouped together for tariff purposes.
- Covers
- Artificial flies for fly fishing
- Plastic worms and soft plastic baits
- Spinners, spoons, and hard plastic crankbaits
- Feathered lures and jigs
- Artificial insects and frogs
- Also under 9507.90
- Berkley Trilene Fishing Line
- Rapala X-Rap Lures
- Plano Tackle Boxes
- Eagle Claw Sinker Assortment
- Lucky Duck Decoys
Codes often confused with 9507.90
Common mistake. Fishing lures are sometimes confused with HS code 9507.20, which is strictly for fish-hooks. While lures often contain hooks, the lure itself is a more complex assembly. They may also be misclassified under 9503 if they are mistaken for general toys, but their functional design for sport fishing dictates 9507.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950790 (the code used for fishing lures), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950790 (the code used for fishing lures) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 950790, not only fishing lures.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $773M 52% of world exports
- 2 United States $74M 5.0% of world exports
- 3 France $42M 2.9% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $336M 25% of world imports
- 2 France $80M 5.9% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $77M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for fishing lures
Brazil classifies fishing lures under NCM 9507.90.00: HS 9507.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fishing lures
What is the HS code for Fishing lures?
The HS code for Fishing lures is 950790 (Fishing tackle n.e.c., butterfly nets, decoy birds (other than those of heading no. 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting requisites). The HS code for fishing lures, including artificial baits and flies, is 9507.90. This is the category for fishing tackle not elsewhere classified.
How do I classify Fishing lures for customs?
Fishing lures is classified under HS code 950790 — Fishing tackle n.e.c., butterfly nets, decoy birds (other than those of heading no. 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting requisites. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are fishing hooks classified with lures?
If hooks are imported separately, they use 9507.20. If they are an integral part of an artificial lure, the entire item is classified under 9507.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of fishing lures (HS 950790)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950790 (the code used for fishing lures) in UN Comtrade data were China ($773M, 52% of world exports), the United States ($74M) and France ($42M). World exports came to about $1.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of fishing lures (HS 950790)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950790 (the code used for fishing lures) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($336M, 25% of world imports), France ($80M) and South Korea ($77M). World imports came to about $1.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Fishing lures the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950790 for Fishing lures is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for fishing lures in Brazil?
In Brazil, fishing lures (HS 950790) is classified under NCM 9507.90.00.