Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs

HS v2017 Code: 3701

About photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs

HS code 3701 covers a wide range of photographic materials, including plates, film, and instant print film. This industry plays a crucial role in the imaging and photography sectors, providing the essential raw materials for capturing and preserving visual information. As a key input for various downstream industries, the 3701 classification is an important component of the broader imaging and visual media ecosystem.

Production process

The production of photographic plates and film under HS code 3701 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the base material, which can be made from a variety of non-paper, non-textile substrates, is coated with a light-sensitive emulsion. This emulsion, which may contain silver halides or other photosensitive compounds, is then carefully dried and processed to ensure consistent sensitivity and quality. For instant print film, an additional layer containing the necessary chemicals for developing the image is added to the base material.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of 3701 photographic materials include the base substrate (such as plastic or glass), light-sensitive emulsion compounds (e.g., silver halides), and any additional layers or coatings necessary for the specific product. Specialized machinery and equipment, such as coating machines, drying ovens, and quality control systems, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 3701 industry are photographic plates, film, and instant print film. These materials are then consumed by a range of downstream industries, including 3702 Photographic film in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles, 3703 Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles, sensitised, unexposed, and the broader imaging and photography sectors. The 3701 classification serves as a crucial input for the production of various photographic and imaging products.

Family tree for photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/37'>37: Photographic or cinematographic goods</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3701'>3701: Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3702'>3702: Photographic film in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in rolls, sensitised, unexposed</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3703'>3703: Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; sensitised, unexposed</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3704'>3704: Photographic plates, film, paper, paperboard and textiles, exposed but not developed</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3705'>3705: Photographic plates and film; exposed and developed, other than cinematographic film</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3706'>3706: Cinematographic film; exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating sound track or consisting only of sound track</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3707'>3707: Chemical preparations for photographic uses (other than varnishes, glues, adhesives and similar preparations); unmixed products for photographic uses, put up in measured portions or for retail sale</a>"]

    B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370110'>370110: Photographic plates and film; for x-ray, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370120'>370120: Photographic plates and film; instant print film, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370130'>370130: Photographic plates and film; in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with any side exceeding 225mm, of any materials other than paper, paperboard or textiles</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370191'>370191: Photographic plates and film; for colour photography (polychrome), in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with no side exceeding 255mm, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370199'>370199: Photographic plates and film; (for other than colour photography), in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with no side exceeding 255mm, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles</a>"]


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