Photographic film; in rolls, (other than for colour photography), sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)

HS v2017 Code: 370242

About photographic film; in rolls, (other than for colour photography), sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)

HS code 370242 covers a specific type of photographic film used in various industries, including commercial photography, film production, and scientific research. This film is characterized by its large width and length, making it suitable for high-volume or large-scale applications. The global demand for this type of photographic film remains steady, driven by its versatility and the continued need for high-quality imaging solutions across multiple sectors.

Production process

The production of photographic film under HS code 370242 involves a multi-step process. First, the base material, typically a polymer such as polyester or cellulose acetate, is coated with light-sensitive emulsion. This emulsion is then carefully dried and processed to ensure consistent sensitivity and quality. The film is then cut to the desired width and length, and any necessary perforations or sprocket holes are added to facilitate handling and transport.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of photographic film under HS code 370242 include the base polymer material, light-sensitive emulsion chemicals, and specialized manufacturing equipment. The polymer base must be of high quality and consistency to ensure the film's structural integrity and dimensional stability. The emulsion formulation, which typically contains silver halides and other photosensitive compounds, is a critical component that determines the film's sensitivity and performance characteristics. Additionally, the production process requires specialized coating, drying, and cutting machinery to ensure the film meets the required specifications.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 370242 is large-format photographic film, which is used in a variety of applications. This film may be consumed by 370251 (Photographic film in rolls, sensitized, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not exceeding 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m, for colour photography (polychrome)) or 370291 Photographic film, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, depending on the specific needs of the end-user. The high-quality and large-scale nature of this film make it valuable for applications such as commercial photography, motion picture production, and scientific imaging.

Revisions to 370242

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 370242. The most recent 1 version of this code (370242) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 370242 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for photographic film; in rolls, (other than for colour photography), sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/37'>37: Photographic or cinematographic goods</a>"]
A --> B["<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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370242'>370242: Photographic film; in rolls, (other than for colour photography), sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370210'>370210: Photographic film; for x-rays, in rolls, sensitised and unexposed (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370231'>370231: Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width not exceeding 105mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370232'>370232: Photographic film; in rolls, with silver halide emulsion, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width not exceeding 105mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370239'>370239: Photographic film; in rolls, (other than with silver halide emulsion and for colour photography), sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width not exceeding 105mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370241'>370241: Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370243'>370243: Photographic film; in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length not exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370244'>370244: Photographic film; in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 105mm but not exceeding 610mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370252'>370252: Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 16mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370253'>370253: Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome) slides, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not exceeding 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370254'>370254: Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m, excluding film for slides (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370255'>370255: Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not 35mm and of a length exceeding 30m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370256'>370256: Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 35mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370296'>370296: Photographic film; other than for colour photography, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370297'>370297: Photographic film; other than for colour photography, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 35mm and of a length exceeding 30m (other than paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370298'>370298: Photographic film; other than for colour photography, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 35mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)</a>"]

    

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