HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3702.53 – Photographic 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)

HS code 3702.53 is the 6-digit subheading for photographic 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). It is used for 35mm colour slide film, ektachrome film, fujichrome film, velvia film and provia film.

What HS 3702.53 covers

This HS code is dedicated to unexposed, sensitised colour photographic film in rolls, specifically for slides, with a width exceeding 16mm but not exceeding 35mm, and a length not exceeding 30m. This precisely describes standard 35mm colour slide film, often referred to as 'reversal film' or 'E-6 process film'. It was historically popular for professional and amateur photography due to its vibrant colours and direct positive image, suitable for projection. While less common today, a dedicated community of photographers and artists still uses it for its unique aesthetic. Importers and exporters are typically specialized photographic retailers, professional photo labs, and distributors catering to this niche market. The 'for colour photography (polychrome) slides' and the specific dimensions are crucial for its classification.

Covers
  • 35mm colour slide film
  • Ektachrome film
  • Fujichrome film
  • Velvia film
  • Provia film
Examples
  • Kodak Ektachrome E100
  • Fujifilm Velvia 50
  • Fujifilm Provia 100F
  • Lomography F2 400

Codes often confused with 3702.53

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 370254 (35mm colour negative film in longer rolls) or 370255 (other 35mm colour film), but the 'for colour photography (polychrome) slides' and length limit are key.

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)3702.55Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not 35mm and of a length exceeding 30m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 370253, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 370253 in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 54% 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 Austria $2.7M
  2. 2 Japan $502K
  3. 3 Germany $394K

World total: $5.0M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Austria $3.0M
  2. 2 Germany $761K
  3. 3 United States $363K

World total: $5.5M 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 3702.53

Brazil does not split HS 3702.53: its NCM code is 3702.53.00.

  1. 3702.53.00 Colour slide film, over 16 to 35 mm, up to 30 mDe largura superior a 16 mm, mas não superior a 35 mm, e comprimento não superior a 30 m, para diapositivos

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 3702.53

What is HS code 370253?

HS code 370253 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Photographic 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). This HS code is dedicated to unexposed, sensitised colour photographic film in rolls, specifically for slides, with a width exceeding 16mm but not exceeding 35mm, and a length not exceeding 30m. This precisely describes standard 35mm colour slide film, often referred to as 'reversal film' or 'E-6 process film'. It was historically popular for professional and amateur photography due to its vibrant colours and direct positive image, suitable for projection. While less common today, a dedicated community of photographers and artists still uses it for its unique aesthetic. Importers and exporters are typically specialized photographic retailers, professional photo labs, and distributors catering to this niche market. The 'for colour photography (polychrome) slides' and the specific dimensions are crucial for its classification.

What products fall under HS code 370253?

35mm colour slide film, Ektachrome film, Fujichrome film, Velvia film, Provia film

What are common misclassifications for HS code 370253?

This code is often confused with 370254 (35mm colour negative film in longer rolls) or 370255 (other 35mm colour film), but the 'for colour photography (polychrome) slides' and length limit are key.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 370253?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 370253 in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($2.7M, 54% of world exports), Japan ($502K) and Germany ($394K). World exports came to about $5.0M, 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 370253?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 370253 in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($3.0M, 54% of world imports), Germany ($761K) and the United States ($363K). World imports came to about $5.5M, 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 370253 structured?

HS code 370253 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 (53) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 370253?

In Brazil, HS code 370253 is NCM 3702.53.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.