Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 35mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)

HS v2017 Code: 370256

About photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 35mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)

HS code 370256 covers a critical component of the photographic industry - unexposed color photographic film. This film is an essential input for professional and amateur photographers, as well as the motion picture industry. The global photographic film market is a multi-billion dollar industry, with significant demand from both developed and developing economies. This code plays a vital role in the broader imaging and visual media sectors, which are integral to modern communication, entertainment, and documentation.

Production process

The production of photographic film under HS code 370256 involves a complex chemical and mechanical process. Key steps include coating a flexible plastic base material with light-sensitive emulsion layers, drying, and spooling the film onto rolls. Precise control of temperature, humidity, and other environmental factors is crucial to ensure consistent quality and performance of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of photographic film under this code include plastic base materials (such as 392010 cellulose acetate), light-sensitive silver halide compounds, and various chemical additives. Specialized manufacturing equipment, such as coating machines and film slitters, are also essential for the production process. Additionally, a clean, controlled production environment is necessary to maintain the integrity of the light-sensitive materials.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 370256 is unexposed color photographic film, which is then used by photographers, filmmakers, and other imaging professionals. This film may be further processed and developed to create finished photographic images and motion pictures. Other industries that may consume the output of this code include 370110 photographic plates and film, 370120 instant print film, and 370130 other photographic film, as well as related equipment and accessories.

Revisions to 370256

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 370256. The most recent 1 version of this code (370256) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 370256 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 35mm (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/v2017/370256'>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 --> 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/v2017/370242'>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 --> J["<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 --> K["<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 --> L["<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 --> M["<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 --> N["<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 --> O["<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 --> 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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