Photographic processing services
CPC v2.1 Code: 8382
About photographic processing services
cpc code 8382 covers the photographic processing services industry, which plays a crucial role in the broader economy. This industry is responsible for the development, printing, and finishing of photographic images, catering to the needs of both individual consumers and commercial clients. As the demand for high-quality visual content continues to grow across various sectors, the photographic processing services industry remains an essential component of the visual media landscape.
Production process
The main production techniques used in the photographic processing services industry involve a series of chemical and digital processes. This includes film development, where exposed photographic film is immersed in a series of chemical baths to reveal the latent image. Printing services then transfer the developed images onto photographic paper, using either traditional darkroom techniques or digital printing methods. Finally, finishing processes such as trimming, mounting, and laminating are applied to produce the final photographic products.
Production inputs
The photographic processing services industry relies on a variety of inputs, including photographic film, chemicals for film development and printing, photographic paper, and specialized equipment such as film scanners, digital printers, and finishing machines. Additionally, the industry requires skilled technicians and photographers to operate the equipment and ensure the quality of the final products.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the photographic processing services industry are finished photographic prints, digital image files, and other photographic products. These outputs are consumed by a wide range of industries, including 5414 Specialized design services, 5418 Advertising, public relations, and related services, and 5419 Other professional, scientific, and technical services.
Family tree for photographic processing services
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A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8'>8: Business and production services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/83'>83: Professional, technical and business services (except research, development, legal and accounting services)</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/838'>838: Photography services and photographic processing services</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8382'>8382: Photographic processing services</a>"]
C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8381'>8381: Photography services and event videography services</a>"]
D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/83820'>83820: Photographic processing services</a>"]
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