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Clouser Minnow Fly

The Clouser Minnow is a popular saltwater fly pattern tied with bucktail hair, dumbbell eyes, and synthetic fibers to imitate baitfish like mullet or glass minnows. It sinks rapidly for bottom bouncing or stripping retrieves. Classified in HTS 9507.90.70.00 as an artificial fly for fly fishing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China9%+20.0%29%
🇲🇽Mexico9%+10.0%19%
🇨🇦Canada9%+10.0%19%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9507.90.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 29%

If considered other fishing accessory

Flies not strictly 'artificial baits' may go to other fishing parts.

6702.90.35.00Lower: 21.5% vs 29%

If made with real assembled feathers

Artificial flowers/birds with real feathers classify under worked feathers.

9503.00.00Lower: 12.5% vs 29%

If marketed as kids' craft or toy flies

Toy fishing flies for amusement fall under toys, not tackle.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify 'artificial fly' on invoices; natural feather flies must note synthetic materials if applicable

• Bundle with fly line only if sold as set; separate items classify individually

• Check for CITES compliance if any natural materials resemble protected species