HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3702.96 – Photographic 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)

HS code 3702.96 is the 6-digit subheading for photographic 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). It is used for 35mm black and white negative film (24 exp), 35mm black and white negative film (36 exp), bulk 35mm black and white film (short rolls), high-contrast black and white film and fine-grain black and white film.

What HS 3702.96 covers

This HS code covers unexposed black and white photographic film in rolls, specifically those with a width not exceeding 35mm and a length up to 30 meters. This category is a staple for traditional black and white photography enthusiasts, art photographers, and educational institutions. Despite the digital revolution, there's a resilient global market for monochrome film, valued for its unique aesthetic and archival properties. Key participants in this trade include specialized film manufacturers, distributors catering to analog photography stores, and online retailers. Importers are often countries with a strong appreciation for traditional photographic arts or those supporting educational programs in photography, while exporters are typically nations with established chemical industries capable of producing high-quality photographic emulsions. Accurate classification hinges on confirming it's non-color film and adhering to the specified dimensions.

Covers
  • 35mm black and white negative film (24 exp)
  • 35mm black and white negative film (36 exp)
  • Bulk 35mm black and white film (short rolls)
  • High-contrast black and white film
  • Fine-grain black and white film
  • Infrared black and white film
  • Orthochromatic black and white film
  • Panchromatic black and white film
Examples
  • Ilford HP5 Plus (36 exp)
  • Kodak Tri-X 400 (24 exp)
  • Fujifilm Neopan Acros 100 II
  • Foma Fomapan 100 Classic
  • Rollei RPX 400

Codes often confused with 3702.96

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 370254 (color film of similar dimensions) or 370297 (black and white film, but length exceeding 30m), requiring careful distinction between color type and length.

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)3702.97Photographic film; other than for colour photography, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 35mm and of a length exceeding 30m (other than paper, paperboard or textiles)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 370296, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 370296 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% 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 $12M
  2. 2 United Kingdom $5.9M
  3. 3 Germany $2.8M

World total: $26M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $5.1M
  2. 2 Germany $2.9M
  3. 3 Sweden $922K

World total: $17M 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 3702.96

Brazil does not split HS 3702.96: its NCM code is 3702.96.00.

  1. 3702.96.00 Perforated monochrome film, up to 35 mm, to 30 mDe largura não superior a 35 mm e comprimento não superior a 30 m

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 3702.96

What is HS code 370296?

HS code 370296 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Photographic 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). This HS code covers unexposed black and white photographic film in rolls, specifically those with a width not exceeding 35mm and a length up to 30 meters. This category is a staple for traditional black and white photography enthusiasts, art photographers, and educational institutions. Despite the digital revolution, there's a resilient global market for monochrome film, valued for its unique aesthetic and archival properties. Key participants in this trade include specialized film manufacturers, distributors catering to analog photography stores, and online retailers. Importers are often countries with a strong appreciation for traditional photographic arts or those supporting educational programs in photography, while exporters are typically nations with established chemical industries capable of producing high-quality photographic emulsions. Accurate classification hinges on confirming it's non-color film and adhering to the specified dimensions.

What products fall under HS code 370296?

35mm black and white negative film (24 exp), 35mm black and white negative film (36 exp), Bulk 35mm black and white film (short rolls), High-contrast black and white film, Fine-grain black and white film, Infrared black and white film, Orthochromatic black and white film, Panchromatic black and white film

What are common misclassifications for HS code 370296?

This code is often confused with 370254 (color film of similar dimensions) or 370297 (black and white film, but length exceeding 30m), requiring careful distinction between color type and length.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 370296?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 370296 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($12M, 47% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($5.9M) and Germany ($2.8M). World exports came to about $26M, 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 370296?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 370296 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($5.1M, 30% of world imports), Germany ($2.9M) and Sweden ($922K). World imports came to about $17M, 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 370296 structured?

HS code 370296 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 (96) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 370296?

In Brazil, HS code 370296 is NCM 3702.96.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.