HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3702.54 – 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)

HS code 3702.54 is the 6-digit subheading for 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). It is used for 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) and C-41 process color film.

What HS 3702.54 covers

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.

Covers
  • 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
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)

Codes often confused with 3702.54

Common mistake. 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.

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)3702.96Photographic film; other than for colour photography, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 370254, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 370254 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 55% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 22% 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 $69M
  2. 2 Germany $29M
  3. 3 Hong Kong $7.2M

World total: $126M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $25M
  2. 2 China $21M
  3. 3 Hong Kong $18M

World total: $116M 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 3702.54 5

Brazil splits HS 3702.54 into 5 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 3702.54.1 Of a width of 35 mmDe largura igual a 35 mm Group
  2. 3702.54.11 35 mm colour filmpacks (not slide), up to 30 mEm bobinas (filmpacks)
  3. 3702.54.12 35 mm non-slide colour film, 12/24/36 exposuresDe 12 exposições (0,5 m de comprimento), de 24 exposições (1,0 m de comprimento) ou de 36 exposições (1,5 m de comprimento)
  4. 3702.54.19 Other 35 mm non-slide colour film, up to 30 mOutros
  5. 3702.54.9 OtherOutros Group
  6. 3702.54.91 Colour filmpacks, over 16, under 35 mm, to 30 mEm bobinas (filmpacks)
  7. 3702.54.99 Other colour film, over 16, under 35 mm, to 30 mOutros

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 3702.54

What is HS code 370254?

HS code 370254 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 370254?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 370254 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($69M, 55% of world exports), Germany ($29M) and Hong Kong ($7.2M). World exports came to about $126M, 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 370254?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 370254 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($25M, 22% of world imports), China ($21M) and Hong Kong ($18M). World imports came to about $116M, 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 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.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 370254?

Brazil splits HS code 370254 into 5 NCM codes: 3702.54.11 (35 mm colour filmpacks (not slide), up to 30 m), 3702.54.12 (35 mm non-slide colour film, 12/24/36 exposures), 3702.54.19 (Other 35 mm non-slide colour film, up to 30 m), 3702.54.91 (Colour filmpacks, over 16, under 35 mm, to 30 m), 3702.54.99 (Other colour film, over 16, under 35 mm, to 30 m). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.