HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3701.10 – Photographic plates and film; for x-ray, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles
HS code 3701.10 is the 6-digit subheading for photographic plates and film, for x-ray, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles. It is used for medical X-ray film, dental X-ray film, industrial radiography film, non-destructive testing (NDT) film and security X-ray film.
What HS 3701.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers unexposed X-ray photographic plates and film, in the flat, made of materials other than paper, paperboard, or textiles. These are critical inputs for medical diagnostics, industrial non-destructive testing (NDT), and security screening applications. Despite the increasing adoption of digital imaging, traditional X-ray film maintains a significant market presence, particularly in regions with less advanced infrastructure or for specialized applications requiring high resolution and archival stability. Trade involves specialized manufacturers and distributors supplying hospitals, clinics, industrial facilities, and security agencies worldwide. Strict handling and storage conditions are essential due to the film's sensitivity to light, heat, and radiation, impacting logistics and supply chain management.
- Covers
- Medical X-ray film
- Dental X-ray film
- Industrial radiography film
- Non-destructive testing (NDT) film
- Security X-ray film
- Mammography film
- Examples
- Kodak Carestream X-ray Film
- Fujifilm Medical X-ray Film
- Agfa HealthCare X-ray Film
- Konica Minolta X-ray Film
- Foma Medical X-ray Film
Codes often confused with 3701.10
Common mistake. Could be confused with 370130 (large format photographic film) if not specifically for X-ray purposes, or 902213 (X-ray apparatus) if the film is bundled with imaging equipment.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 370110, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 370110 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $73M 18% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $72M 18% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $52M 13% of world exports
World total: $410M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $115M 21% of world imports
- 2 United States $41M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 China $35M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $560M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 3701.10 3
Brazil splits HS 3701.10 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 3701.10.10 X-ray plates and film, sensitised on one sideSensibilizados em uma face
- 3701.10.2 Sensitised on both sidesSensibilizados nas duas faces Group
- 3701.10.21 Dental X-ray plates and film, double-sidedPróprios para uso odontológico
- 3701.10.29 Other X-ray plates and film, double-sidedOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 37.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3701.10
What is HS code 370110?
HS code 370110 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Photographic plates and film; for x-ray, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles. This HS code specifically covers unexposed X-ray photographic plates and film, in the flat, made of materials other than paper, paperboard, or textiles. These are critical inputs for medical diagnostics, industrial non-destructive testing (NDT), and security screening applications. Despite the increasing adoption of digital imaging, traditional X-ray film maintains a significant market presence, particularly in regions with less advanced infrastructure or for specialized applications requiring high resolution and archival stability. Trade involves specialized manufacturers and distributors supplying hospitals, clinics, industrial facilities, and security agencies worldwide. Strict handling and storage conditions are essential due to the film's sensitivity to light, heat, and radiation, impacting logistics and supply chain management.
What products fall under HS code 370110?
Medical X-ray film, dental X-ray film, industrial radiography film, non-destructive testing (NDT) film, security X-ray film, mammography film
What are common misclassifications for HS code 370110?
Could be confused with 370130 (large format photographic film) if not specifically for X-ray purposes, or 902213 (X-ray apparatus) if the film is bundled with imaging equipment.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 370110?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 370110 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($73M, 18% of world exports), Belgium ($72M) and the Netherlands ($52M). World exports came to about $410M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 370110?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 370110 in UN Comtrade data were India ($115M, 21% of world imports), the United States ($41M) and China ($35M). World imports came to about $560M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 370110 structured?
HS code 370110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (37) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 370110?
Brazil splits HS code 370110 into 3 NCM codes: 3701.10.10 (X-ray plates and film, sensitised on one side), 3701.10.21 (Dental X-ray plates and film, double-sided), 3701.10.29 (Other X-ray plates and film, double-sided). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.