About HS Code 370242
This category covers large format, unexposed, sensitised photographic film in rolls, specifically *not* for colour photography, without sprocket holes, and exceeding 610mm in width and 200m in length. This film is typically monochrome (black and white) and finds its primary applications in highly specialized industrial, scientific, and medical fields. Uses include industrial radiography for non-destructive testing of materials, high-resolution black and white aerial mapping, or specialized graphic arts applications requiring large, continuous rolls. Importers and exporters are often industrial suppliers, medical equipment distributors, and specialized imaging companies. The non-colour aspect, combined with the immense width and length, signifies its use in technical rather than artistic or consumer photographic contexts, where precision and detail in monochrome are paramount.
Products Under This Code
Industrial X-ray film (large rolls), black and white aerial mapping film, graphic arts film (wide format), non-destructive testing film, specialized monochrome industrial film
Real World Examples
Kodak Industrex (wide rolls), Fujifilm NDT (large format), Agfa Structurix (specific wide variants)
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 370241 (colour film of similar dimensions) and 370243 (shorter length film), with the 'other than for colour photography' being the primary differentiator.
Products Classified Under 3702.42
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Major importers and exporters are typically industrial nations with strong manufacturing, aerospace, and medical sectors, such as Germany, the USA, and China.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 370242?
HS code 370242 covers: Photographic film; in rolls, (other than for colour photography), sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles). This category covers large format, unexposed, sensitised photographic film in rolls, specifically *not* for colour photography, without sprocket holes, and exceeding 610mm in width and 200m in length. This film is typically monochrome (black and white) and finds its primary applications in highly specialized industrial, scientific, and medical fields. Uses include industrial radiography for non-destructive testing of materials, high-resolution black and white aerial mapping, or specialized graphic arts applications requiring large, continuous rolls. Importers and exporters are often industrial suppliers, medical equipment distributors, and specialized imaging companies. The non-colour aspect, combined with the immense width and length, signifies its use in technical rather than artistic or consumer photographic contexts, where precision and detail in monochrome are paramount.
What products fall under HS code 370242?
Industrial X-ray film (large rolls), black and white aerial mapping film, graphic arts film (wide format), non-destructive testing film, specialized monochrome industrial film
What are common misclassifications for HS code 370242?
This code is distinct from 370241 (colour film of similar dimensions) and 370243 (shorter length film), with the 'other than for colour photography' being the primary differentiator.
How is HS code 370242 structured?
HS code 370242 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (37) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.