Photographic plates and film; instant print film, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs

HS v2022 Code: 370120

About photographic plates and film; instant print film, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs

HS code 370120 covers the import and export of photographic plates, film, and instant print film. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader photography and imaging sector, providing the essential raw materials for capturing and preserving visual information. As technology continues to evolve, the demand for high-quality, versatile photographic media remains strong across a range of commercial, industrial, and consumer applications.

Production process

The production of photographic plates and film involves a multi-step process. First, the base material, typically plastic or paper, is coated with light-sensitive emulsions containing silver halide crystals. These emulsions are then dried and cut into the desired sizes and formats. For instant print film, additional layers are added to facilitate the development and transfer of the latent image onto the final print. Precise control over the composition and application of these sensitive coatings is essential to ensure consistent quality and performance.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the 370120 industry include the base materials (plastic or paper), silver halide compounds, and various chemical additives used in the emulsion formulations. Specialized manufacturing equipment, such as coating machines and film slitters, are also necessary to produce the final photographic media. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating these complex production processes.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 370120 industry are photographic plates, film, and instant print film. These products are then consumed by a range of downstream industries, including 382101 Photographic cameras, 382102 Photographic flashlight apparatus, and 382103 Photographic enlargers and reducers. The photographic media produced under this code also finds applications in medical imaging, scientific research, and various commercial and industrial settings.

Revisions to 370120

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 370120. The most recent 1 version of this code (370120) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 370120.

Family tree for photographic plates and film; instant print film, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/37'>37: Photographic or cinematographic goods</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3701'>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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/370120'>370120: Photographic plates and film; instant print film, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/370110'>370110: Photographic plates and film; for x-ray, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/370130'>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 --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/370191'>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 --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/370199'>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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