HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3702.52 – Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 16mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)

HS code 3702.52 is the 6-digit subheading for photographic film, for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 16mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles). It is used for 8mm colour motion picture film, super 8 colour film, 16mm colour motion picture film, specialized narrow-gauge colour film and microfilming colour film.

What HS 3702.52 covers

This HS code specifically covers unexposed, sensitised colour photographic film in rolls, with a width not exceeding 16mm. This category primarily includes small-gauge motion picture film, such as 8mm or 16mm colour film, often used by amateur filmmakers, educational institutions, or for specialized scientific and medical recording. While digital formats have largely replaced film in many areas, there remains a niche market for these smaller film stocks, driven by enthusiasts, artists, and specific archival or scientific needs. Importers and exporters are typically specialized photographic suppliers, film archives, or distributors catering to niche cinematic and scientific communities. The 'colour photography' and 'not exceeding 16mm' width are the defining characteristics, pointing to its use in compact cameras or specific recording devices.

Covers
  • 8mm colour motion picture film
  • Super 8 colour film
  • 16mm colour motion picture film
  • Specialized narrow-gauge colour film
  • Microfilming colour film
Examples
  • Kodak Vision3 (8mm/16mm variants)
  • Fujifilm Eterna (16mm variants)
  • CineStill (Super 8)

Codes often confused with 3702.52

Common mistake. This code is distinct from 370253 (wider 35mm slide film) and 370254 (wider 35mm motion picture film), with the 'width not exceeding 16mm' being the critical factor.

3702.53Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome) slides, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not exceeding 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)3702.54Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m, excluding film for slides (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 370252, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 370252 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 31% 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. 1 United States $3.3M
  2. 2 Germany $2.0M
  3. 3 Romania $162K

World total: $5.8M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $1.9M
  2. 2 France $650K
  3. 3 Canada $377K

World total: $6.2M 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 code for 3702.52

Brazil does not split HS 3702.52: its NCM code is 3702.52.00.

  1. 3702.52.00 Perforated colour film, up to 16 mm wideDe largura não superior a 16 mm

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 37.02 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 3702.52

What is HS code 370252?

HS code 370252 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 16mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles). This HS code specifically covers unexposed, sensitised colour photographic film in rolls, with a width not exceeding 16mm. This category primarily includes small-gauge motion picture film, such as 8mm or 16mm colour film, often used by amateur filmmakers, educational institutions, or for specialized scientific and medical recording. While digital formats have largely replaced film in many areas, there remains a niche market for these smaller film stocks, driven by enthusiasts, artists, and specific archival or scientific needs. Importers and exporters are typically specialized photographic suppliers, film archives, or distributors catering to niche cinematic and scientific communities. The 'colour photography' and 'not exceeding 16mm' width are the defining characteristics, pointing to its use in compact cameras or specific recording devices.

What products fall under HS code 370252?

8mm colour motion picture film, Super 8 colour film, 16mm colour motion picture film, specialized narrow-gauge colour film, microfilming colour film

What are common misclassifications for HS code 370252?

This code is distinct from 370253 (wider 35mm slide film) and 370254 (wider 35mm motion picture film), with the 'width not exceeding 16mm' being the critical factor.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 370252?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 370252 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($3.3M, 56% of world exports), Germany ($2.0M) and Romania ($162K). World exports came to about $5.8M, 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 370252?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 370252 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.9M, 31% of world imports), France ($650K) and Canada ($377K). World imports came to about $6.2M, 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 370252 structured?

HS code 370252 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 (52) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 370252?

In Brazil, HS code 370252 is NCM 3702.52.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.