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GD Angling Tackle Introduces New UV-Enhanced Finish Technology Across Full Product Range
2026-08-03 | GD Angling Tackle
Chongqing, China — GD Angling Tackle, a leading manufacturer of premium hard fishing lures, today announced the rollout of advanced UV-enhanced finish technology across its complete product lineup. The new UV-reactive clear coat option is now available on all Minnow, Crankbait, Popper, Pencil, Swimbait, and VIB models, reinforcing the company's commitment to manufacturing innovation and international quality standards.
Responding to Market Demand
The fishing tackle industry in 2026 has seen surging demand for UV-reactive lure finishes, driven by growing angler awareness of how ultraviolet light behaves underwater. While visible light colors are absorbed within the first 3-5 meters of water, UV wavelengths penetrate significantly deeper — up to 10-20 meters — keeping lures visible and attractive to fish at depths where standard finishes become invisible.
"UV-enhanced lures have moved from a niche feature to a baseline expectation among serious anglers," said a GD Angling Tackle spokesperson. "Our customers — distributors and brand owners serving markets in North America, Europe, Southeast Asia, and Australia — have been asking for UV capability across more models. We've responded by making it a standard option on our entire hard bait range."
Technical Details: How the UV Finish Works
GD Angling Tackle's UV-enhanced finish is applied as a clear topcoat over the lure's standard multi-layer paint pattern. The UV-reactive pigments are:
- Invisible under normal light: The lure looks identical to its non-UV counterpart in daylight or standard indoor lighting. No unnatural "glow" that might spook fish in clear water
- Highly visible underwater in UV conditions: The coating absorbs ultraviolet light and re-emits it at a wavelength visible to fish, creating an unmistakable target in deep or stained water
- Durable and chip-resistant: The UV coat is integrated into the existing multi-layer finish process — not an add-on that peels or wears off after repeated use
- Compatible with all color patterns: The UV clear coat can be applied over any existing paint design without altering the lure's visible appearance
Available Across All Product Lines
The UV finish option is now available as a standard upgrade on every GD Angling Tackle lure model, including:
- Minnow Series (Floating, Sinking, Slow-Sinking): 50mm – 115mm, ideal for freshwater bass, trout, and inshore saltwater species
- Crankbait Series (Shallow, Medium, Deep Diving): 38mm – 70mm, covering all water column depths
- Popper and Pencil Series: 60mm – 120mm, topwater surface action with UV visibility from below
- Swimbait Series (Hard Jointed, Shrimplures): 60mm – 120mm+, premium predator baits with enhanced depth visibility
- VIB Series (Metal & Plastic): 5g – 40g, deep-water vibration lures with UV coating for maximum attraction
- Soft Bait Series: UV-infused TPE and PVC soft plastics for consistent color visibility
What This Means for Wholesale Buyers and Brand Owners
For distributors, retailers, and private-label brand owners, the UV finish option offers several competitive advantages:
- Premium pricing opportunity: UV-finished lures command 15-25% higher retail prices compared to non-UV equivalents, expanding margins for retailers and brand owners.
- Product differentiation: In a crowded market, UV capability provides a tangible feature to market and advertise — it's not just another color pattern, it's a functional upgrade.
- Broader fishing conditions: UV lures extend the effective fishing window to deeper water and lower-light conditions, increasing the utility — and sellability — of each lure in your lineup.
- No MOQ increase: GD Angling Tackle offers the UV finish option at the same minimum order quantities as standard finishes — starting from 100 pcs per model for OEM orders.
Sustainability Commitment
In line with growing industry emphasis on environmental responsibility, GD Angling Tackle confirms that the UV-reactive pigments used in the new finish are non-toxic and compliant with EU REACH and US EPA regulations. The coating process uses water-based carriers, minimizing volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions during manufacturing.
The company also offers lead-free tungsten internal weight options and recyclable packaging on OEM orders as part of its broader sustainability initiative.
About UV Technology in Fishing
Many freshwater and saltwater fish species — including bass, trout, walleye, snook, and redfish — possess UV-sensitive cone cells in their eyes. This means they can perceive ultraviolet light in ways humans cannot. A UV-enhanced lure appears brighter, more reflective, and more "alive" to these species, particularly:
- In deep water where visible light is absorbed
- In stained or murky water with low visibility
- During overcast conditions and low-light periods (dawn/dusk)
- For species that feed primarily by sight in the water column
How to Order
The UV-enhanced finish is available as a simple checkbox option on all OEM and wholesale orders. Wholesale buyers can request UV finish on any existing GD Angling Tackle model or custom OEM design. Standard lead time for UV-finish orders is the same as regular production: 15-25 business days depending on order volume and complexity.
Samples with UV finish are available upon request for buyers evaluating the technology. Contact the GD Angling Tackle sales team at sales@gdtackle.com to request samples, discuss pricing, or place an order.
For more information about GD Angling Tackle's full product range and OEM/ODM capabilities, visit https://gdtackle.com.
About GD Angling Tackle
Chongqing GD Angling Tackle Co., Ltd. is a professional fishing lure manufacturer based in China, specializing in OEM/ODM production of high-quality hard baits including Minnow, Crankbait, Popper, Pencil, Swimbait, VIB, Soft Baits, Jig Heads, and Lure Boxes. With 10+ years of manufacturing experience and a commitment to "From Mold to Water, Every Detail Controlled," GD Angling Tackle serves distributors, retailers, and brand owners in over 30 countries worldwide. Visit https://gdtackle.com to explore the full product range or contact sales@gdtackle.com for wholesale and OEM inquiries.
