About HS Code 370254
This HS code encompasses a specific niche within the photographic film market: color film in rolls, unexposed, with a width between 16mm and 35mm, and a length up to 30 meters. This category is crucial for the traditional photography industry, catering to both professional photographers and hobbyists who still prefer analog methods. Key players in this trade include manufacturers of photographic materials, specialized distributors, and retailers. While digital photography has significantly reduced demand, there's a persistent, albeit smaller, global market driven by artistic pursuits, educational institutions, and niche commercial applications like film archiving or specialized imaging. Importers are typically countries with strong cultural ties to analog photography or those serving a dedicated enthusiast base, while exporters are often nations with established chemical and manufacturing capabilities in photographic emulsions. Understanding the precise dimensions and color type is vital for correct classification and trade compliance.
Products Under This Code
35mm color negative film rolls (24 exp), 35mm color negative film rolls (36 exp), 120 format color film (cut to 35mm equivalent), Bulk 35mm color film (short rolls), C-41 process color film, ECN-2 process color film, Daylight balanced color film, Tungsten balanced color film
Real World Examples
Kodak Portra 400 (36 exp), Fujifilm C200 (24 exp), Lomography Color Negative 800, Cinestill 800T (36 exp), Ilford XP2 Super (though B&W, it's C-41 process and fits the dimension)
Common Misclassification
This code might be confused with 370255 (same width, but length exceeding 30m) or 370296 (black and white film of similar dimensions), due to the subtle differences in length or color type.
Products Classified Under 3702.54
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Japan, Germany, and the USA are significant players in both the import and export of specialized photographic films, reflecting their historical and ongoing contributions to the industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 370254?
HS code 370254 covers: Photographic 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). This HS code encompasses a specific niche within the photographic film market: color film in rolls, unexposed, with a width between 16mm and 35mm, and a length up to 30 meters. This category is crucial for the traditional photography industry, catering to both professional photographers and hobbyists who still prefer analog methods. Key players in this trade include manufacturers of photographic materials, specialized distributors, and retailers. While digital photography has significantly reduced demand, there's a persistent, albeit smaller, global market driven by artistic pursuits, educational institutions, and niche commercial applications like film archiving or specialized imaging. Importers are typically countries with strong cultural ties to analog photography or those serving a dedicated enthusiast base, while exporters are often nations with established chemical and manufacturing capabilities in photographic emulsions. Understanding the precise dimensions and color type is vital for correct classification and trade compliance.
What products fall under HS code 370254?
35mm color negative film rolls (24 exp), 35mm color negative film rolls (36 exp), 120 format color film (cut to 35mm equivalent), Bulk 35mm color film (short rolls), C-41 process color film, ECN-2 process color film, Daylight balanced color film, Tungsten balanced color film
What are common misclassifications for HS code 370254?
This code might be confused with 370255 (same width, but length exceeding 30m) or 370296 (black and white film of similar dimensions), due to the subtle differences in length or color type.
How is HS code 370254 structured?
HS code 370254 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 (54) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.