HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3701.30 – Photographic plates and film; in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with any side exceeding 225mm, of any materials other than paper, paperboard or textiles
HS code 3701.30 is the 6-digit subheading for photographic plates and film, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with any side exceeding 225mm, of any materials other than paper, paperboard or textiles. It is used for large format sheet film, 4x5 inch film, 8x10 inch film, ultra-large format film and glass photographic plates.
What HS 3701.30 covers
This HS code pertains to large format photographic plates and film, in the flat, sensitized and unexposed, where any side exceeds 225mm, and made of materials other than paper, paperboard, or textiles. This category serves a specialized market, primarily professional photographers, artists, and industrial applications requiring extremely high resolution and detail, such as architectural photography, fine art, and scientific imaging. It's distinct from consumer-grade film due to its size and specialized use. Trade involves niche suppliers and distributors, often dealing with lower volumes but higher-value products. Due to the delicate nature and specific handling requirements of large format film, controlled environmental conditions during transport and storage are crucial to maintain product integrity.
- Covers
- Large format sheet film
- 4x5 inch film
- 8x10 inch film
- Ultra-large format film
- Glass photographic plates
- Aerial photography film
- Lithographic film
- Examples
- Ilford HP5 Plus 4x5 Film
- Kodak Portra 8x10 Film
- Fuji Velvia 4x5 Film
- Foma Fomapan 100 5x7 Film
- Bergger Pancro 400 8x10 Film
Codes often confused with 3701.30
Common mistake. Can be confused with 370110 (X-ray film) if the specific application isn't clear, or 370191/370199 (smaller format film) if the crucial size criterion is missed.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 370130, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 370130 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% 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 China $901M 31% of world exports
- 2 Germany $538M 18% of world exports
- 3 Japan $427M 15% of world exports
World total: $2.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $374M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $172M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 Germany $165M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $2.7B 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 3701.30 9
Brazil splits HS 3701.30 into 9 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 3701.30.10 Colour plates and flat film, side over 255 mmPara fotografia a cores (policromo)
- 3701.30.2 Plates sensitised with photosensitive polymersChapas sensibilizadas com polímeros fotossensíveis Group
- 3701.30.21 Aluminium photopolymer plates, side over 255 mmDe alumínio
- 3701.30.22 Polyester photopolymer plates, side over 255 mmDe poliéster
- 3701.30.29 Other photopolymer plates, side over 255 mmOutras
- 3701.30.3 Plates sensitised by other processesChapas sensibilizadas por outros procedimentos Group
- 3701.30.31 Other-sensitised aluminium plates, over 255 mmDe alumínio
- 3701.30.39 Other-sensitised plates, side over 255 mmOutras
- 3701.30.40 Graphic arts flat film, side over 255 mmFilmes para as artes gráficas
- 3701.30.50 Polyester heliographic flat film, over 255 mmFilmes heliográficos, de poliéster
- 3701.30.90 Other plates and flat film, side over 255 mmOutros
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 3701.30
What is HS code 370130?
HS code 370130 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Photographic plates and film; in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with any side exceeding 225mm, of any materials other than paper, paperboard or textiles. This HS code pertains to large format photographic plates and film, in the flat, sensitized and unexposed, where any side exceeds 225mm, and made of materials other than paper, paperboard, or textiles. This category serves a specialized market, primarily professional photographers, artists, and industrial applications requiring extremely high resolution and detail, such as architectural photography, fine art, and scientific imaging. It's distinct from consumer-grade film due to its size and specialized use. Trade involves niche suppliers and distributors, often dealing with lower volumes but higher-value products. Due to the delicate nature and specific handling requirements of large format film, controlled environmental conditions during transport and storage are crucial to maintain product integrity.
What products fall under HS code 370130?
Large format sheet film, 4x5 inch film, 8x10 inch film, ultra-large format film, glass photographic plates, aerial photography film, lithographic film
What are common misclassifications for HS code 370130?
Can be confused with 370110 (X-ray film) if the specific application isn't clear, or 370191/370199 (smaller format film) if the crucial size criterion is missed.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 370130?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 370130 in UN Comtrade data were China ($901M, 31% of world exports), Germany ($538M) and Japan ($427M). World exports came to about $2.9B, 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 370130?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 370130 in UN Comtrade data were China ($374M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($172M) and Germany ($165M). World imports came to about $2.7B, 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 370130 structured?
HS code 370130 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 370130?
Brazil splits HS code 370130 into 9 NCM codes: 3701.30.10 (Colour plates and flat film, side over 255 mm), 3701.30.21 (Aluminium photopolymer plates, side over 255 mm), 3701.30.22 (Polyester photopolymer plates, side over 255 mm), 3701.30.29 (Other photopolymer plates, side over 255 mm), 3701.30.31 (Other-sensitised aluminium plates, over 255 mm), 3701.30.39 (Other-sensitised plates, side over 255 mm), 3701.30.40 (Graphic arts flat film, side over 255 mm), 3701.30.50 (Polyester heliographic flat film, over 255 mm), and more listed on this page. The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.