Clouser Minnow Fly from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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