Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; sensitised, unexposed

HS v2017 Code: 3703

About photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; sensitised, unexposed

HS code 3703 covers a range of photographic materials, including paper, paperboard, and textiles that have been sensitized but not yet exposed. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader photography and imaging sector, providing the essential raw materials required for the production of photographic prints, slides, and other visual media. As digital photography has become increasingly prevalent, the demand for these sensitized materials has evolved, but they remain an important component of the global imaging ecosystem.

Production process

The production of photographic paper, paperboard, and textiles under HS code 3703 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the base material (paper, paperboard, or textile) is coated with a light-sensitive emulsion, often containing silver halides or other photosensitive compounds. This coating process is carefully controlled to ensure an even and consistent application. The coated material is then dried and cut to the desired size and shape, ready for use in various photographic applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 3703 materials include the base paper, paperboard, or textile substrates, as well as the light-sensitive emulsion compounds, such as silver halides, dyes, and other specialized chemicals. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized coating and drying equipment, as well as quality control and testing apparatus to ensure the final products meet the necessary standards.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the HS code 3703 industry are sensitized photographic papers, paperboards, and textiles, which are then used in a variety of photographic applications. These materials may be consumed by 3704 Photographic plates, film, paper, paperboard and textiles, exposed but not developed, 3705 Photographic plates and film, exposed and developed, other than cinematographic film, and 3706 Cinematographic film, exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating sound track or consisting only of sound track.

Family tree for photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; sensitised, unexposed

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/37'>37: Photographic or cinematographic goods</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3703'>3703: Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; sensitised, unexposed</a>"]

    A --> C["<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 --> D["<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 --> 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/v2017/370310'>370310: Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 610mm</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370320'>370320: Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; for colour photography (polychrome), (other than in rolls of a width exceeding 610mm), sensitised, unexposed</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/370390'>370390: Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; (for other than colour photography, other than in rolls of a width exceeding 610mm), sensitised, unexposed</a>"]


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