Product classification
HS code for Fishing tackle boxes: 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 tackle boxes under HS 9507.90
Fishing tackle boxes are classified under HS code 9507.90, which serves as a residual category for fishing tackle and requisites not elsewhere specified (n.e.c.). While many general-purpose containers are classified under heading 4202 (trunks, suitcases, tool bags), the Explanatory Notes to Chapter 95 clarify that containers specially shaped or internally fitted to hold specific fishing equipment are classified with that equipment or under heading 9507. These boxes are designed with specialized compartments, cantilevered trays, and specific dimensions to house lures, hooks, sinkers, and floats, making them dedicated fishing requisites rather than general storage. Under GRI 1, the specific use and design for fishing activities dictate the classification under 9507.90. This code also encompasses items like fish landing nets, butterfly nets, and similar hunting requisites. The classification remains 9507.90 even if the box is made of plastic, provided its primary function is the organization and transport of fishing tackle. If the box is sold empty, it still qualifies under this code due to its specialized design. If sold with a complete set of tackle, the entire set may be classified here as a functional unit or a set put up for retail sale under GRI 3(b). It is important to note that the material of the box does not change the classification to Chapter 39 or 73, because the specialized nature of the article as a fishing requisite provides its essential character. The inclusion of small accessories like plastic dividers or removable trays is considered part of the integral design of the tackle box under this classification.
- Covers
- Plastic molded tackle boxes with cantilever trays
- Soft-sided fishing tackle bags with internal tray systems
- Metal fishing tackle chests
- Fly fishing fly boxes
- Lure organizers specifically for fishing
- Terminal tackle storage units
- 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. The most common misclassification is HS code 4202.12 or 4202.92, which covers tool bags and similar containers. While they look similar, 4202 is for general utility, whereas 9507.90 is for specialized sporting equipment. Another error is using 3923.10 for plastic boxes, but that code is intended for the conveyance or packing of goods, not for durable sporting equipment.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950790 (the code used for fishing tackle boxes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950790 (the code used for fishing tackle boxes) 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 tackle boxes.
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 tackle boxes
Brazil classifies fishing tackle boxes 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 tackle boxes
What is the HS code for Fishing tackle boxes?
The HS code for Fishing tackle boxes 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 tackle boxes is 9507.90.
How do I classify Fishing tackle boxes for customs?
Fishing tackle boxes 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.
Does a tackle box with lures inside change the code?
Generally, if sold as a set for retail, it remains under 9507.90 as the box and tackle together form a set for a specific activity.
Which countries are the top exporters of fishing tackle boxes (HS 950790)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950790 (the code used for fishing tackle boxes) 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 tackle boxes (HS 950790)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950790 (the code used for fishing tackle boxes) 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 tackle boxes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950790 for Fishing tackle boxes 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 tackle boxes in Brazil?
In Brazil, fishing tackle boxes (HS 950790) is classified under NCM 9507.90.00.