Lead-free weights, jig heads and lures for the EU lead restriction
TackliQ supplies lead-free fishing weights, jig heads and lures in tungsten, steel, brass and bismuth to tackle shops, tackle brands, distributors and commercial fisheries across the EU, the UK, Switzerland and Norway. A REACH restriction on lead in fishing tackle was voted by the REACH committee in 2026, with transition periods that differ by product type; publication and exact dates are still to be confirmed, so plan your range now rather than when stock becomes unsellable.
Choose from tungsten weights for compact, dense sinkers, lower-cost steel and brass, softer bismuth, and lead-free jig heads and lures under your own brand. Minimums start at about 300 pieces per model, small enough to test a line before you scale it.
Lead-free fishing weights, jig heads and lures we can supply
Tungsten weights
Dense and compact, so a small weight carries the same load. Tungsten weights in bulk are the premium end of the range and priced accordingly.
Steel and brass weights
Lower-cost alternatives for bank, feeder and drop-shot use. Steel is lighter for its size, so shapes change.
Bismuth and alloy options
Softer metals for split shot and weights where a gentler grip on the line matters.
Lead-free jig heads and lures
Jig heads in tungsten, steel or alloy, and lures that use no lead in the body or the weight.
Your brand and packs
Private label packs, EAN codes and multilingual labels, so your lead-free line is clearly marked.
Material data
Material declarations for the alloy used. If a report exists for your model, you see it; if not, we say so.
What the planned EU lead restriction means for your range
| Product group | Planned approach | What to do now |
|---|---|---|
| Drop-off weights and wire | Shorter transition period | Move these lines first |
| Weights and lures up to 50 g | About three years' transition | Test lead-free alternatives in the next season |
| Heavier weights and lures | Longer transition period | Plan the switch within your normal range cycle |
| Stock already in your warehouse | Depends on the final text and dates | Avoid overbuying lead lines for next season |
Indicative. The restriction was voted in 2026 and exact dates depend on publication. We update this page when the text is confirmed. This is not legal advice; confirm details with your adviser.
From a lead range to a lead-free fishing weights range
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Review your range
Send your current weights, jig heads and lures with sizes and weights.
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Pick materials
We propose tungsten, steel, brass or bismuth alternatives for each line, with price differences.
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Samples
Samples to your address for testing on the water and in your shop.
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Production and inspection
Mass production, then our inspection of weight, finish and labels.
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Delivery
To your warehouse with customs and VAT handled.
25–45 days
Lead-free products from the catalogue
A few of the 366 products you can order today — with supplier minimums or under your own brand.
Photos are supplied by the factories. Final colours, packaging and branding are agreed per order.
What we need to quote
- Current weights, jig heads or lures: type, shape and weight range
- Preferred material, or a target price per piece
- Pack size: per piece, per pack or per box
- Countries you sell in, for label languages
- Your logo and packaging, if you want private label
- Order timing: before the season or before the restriction applies
Frequently asked questions
Is lead banned in fishing tackle in the EU?
Not yet in force. A REACH restriction on lead sinkers, lures and wire was voted by the REACH committee in 2026, with transition periods. Dates depend on publication, so we describe it as planned and confirm details when the text is final.
Which lead-free fishing weight material should I choose: tungsten, steel, brass or bismuth?
It depends on use and price. Tungsten is the densest and the most expensive. Steel and brass cost less but are less dense, so a weight of the same grams is larger. Bismuth is softer. We recommend a material per use after seeing your range.
Are lead-free soft lures covered as well?
Soft lures are mostly made of PVC or similar plastics, with their own REACH limits for phthalates. We ask for material data on both the plastic and any weight inside.
Can I put my brand on lead-free fishing weights?
Yes. Private label from about 300 pieces per model, with EAN codes and labels in the languages of your markets.
Do you promise the weights will meet the final rule?
No. We cannot promise a result before the text is published. We supply lead-free materials and tell you what documents exist for your model.
When do the EU lead rules for fishing weights apply?
Only after publication in the Official Journal, which was still unconfirmed at the time of writing. In the text voted in 2026, the transition is about six months for wire and drop-off weights, three years for weights and lures up to 50 g and five years for 50 g to 1 kg. This is not legal advice.
Do you sell tungsten weights in bulk?
Yes. TackliQ supplies tungsten worm weights and cheburashka sinkers in bulk packs, and other tungsten shapes on request. They can be packed under your brand, with the metal stated on every pack.
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