Live Fathead Minnows Bait Pack from Germany
Live fathead minnows packaged in aerated containers for immediate use as freshwater fishing bait. This HTS 0106.90.0120 classification applies to live non-worm animals explicitly imported as bait. Popular for their wriggling action that entices panfish and trout.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include shipment manifests specifying 'bait use only' to prevent reclassification as ornamental fish
• Use insulated shipping containers to comply with temperature requirements for live aquatic animals during international transport
• Check for USFWS permits if the species is non-native to the import state, as some bait fish are restricted