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

HS v2017 Code: 370298

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

HS code 370298 covers a crucial component of the photographic industry - unexposed photographic film in rolls with a width exceeding 35mm. This type of film is primarily used for professional and industrial applications, such as motion picture production, aerial photography, and scientific imaging. As an essential input for a wide range of imaging technologies, this industry plays a significant role in the broader economy, supporting sectors like media, entertainment, and scientific research.

Production process

The production of photographic film under HS code 370298 involves a complex chemical process. First, a base material, typically polyester or cellulose acetate, is coated with light-sensitive emulsion, which is then dried and cut into rolls. The emulsion may contain silver halide crystals or other light-sensitive compounds, depending on the specific application. The rolls are then carefully packaged and stored in light-tight containers to prevent premature exposure.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of photographic film under HS code 370298 include the base material (polyester or cellulose acetate), light-sensitive emulsion compounds (such as silver halide), specialized coating and drying equipment, and packaging materials. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in photochemistry, film processing, and quality control.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is unexposed photographic film in rolls, which is then consumed by various industries and applications. These may include 3702 Photographic film in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles, 3706 Cinematographic film, exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating sound track or consisting only of sound track, and 9006 (Photographic (other than cinematographic) cameras; photographic flashlight apparatus and flashbulbs other than discharge lamps of heading 8539). The film produced under HS code 370298 is an essential input for a wide range of imaging technologies, supporting industries such as media, entertainment, and scientific research.

Revisions to 370298

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 370298. The most recent 1 version of this code (370298) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 370298 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for photographic film; other than for colour photography, 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/v2017/370298'>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>"]

    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/v2017/370256'>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 --> Q["<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 --> R["<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>"]

    

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