Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; sensitised, unexposed

HS v2022 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. These products are essential components in the photography industry, enabling the capture and preservation of visual information. The global photographic paper and film market is a significant industry, valued at over $10 billion annually and expected to grow steadily in the coming years as digital photography continues to evolve.

Production process

The production of photographic paper, paperboard, and textiles involves the application of light-sensitive coatings to the base materials. This is typically done through a process of coating, drying, and cutting to size. The specific coatings used can vary, but often include silver halide compounds that react to light exposure, allowing the creation of latent images that can be later developed and fixed.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 3703 products include base materials such as paper, paperboard, and textiles, as well as various chemical compounds used in the sensitization process. Specialized machinery, such as coating and drying equipment, is also essential for the manufacturing of these photographic materials. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of precisely applying the light-sensitive coatings and ensuring consistent product quality.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 3703 are photographic papers, paperboards, and textiles that can be used for a variety of applications, including portrait and landscape photography, medical imaging, and industrial applications. These sensitized materials are often consumed by industries covered under 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/v2022/37'>37: Photographic or cinematographic goods</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3703'>3703: Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; sensitised, unexposed</a>"]

    A --> C["<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>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3702'>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/v2022/3704'>3704: Photographic plates, film, paper, paperboard and textiles, exposed but not developed</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3705'>3705: Photographic plates and film; exposed and developed, other than cinematographic film</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3706'>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/v2022/3707'>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/v2022/370310'>370310: Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 610mm</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/370320'>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/v2022/370390'>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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