About HS Code 370320
This HS code covers unexposed, sensitised photographic paper, paperboard, and textiles specifically for colour photography, in formats other than rolls exceeding 610mm in width. This includes the vast majority of consumer and professional colour photographic papers and related media. It's used by photo labs, professional photographers, and home users for printing colour images from negatives or digital files onto light-sensitive surfaces. While digital printing is prevalent, traditional silver halide colour paper still offers unique qualities and is used in high-end photographic printing. Importers and exporters are typically photographic supply companies, retail chains, and specialized photo labs. The 'for colour photography' and the exclusion of very wide rolls are the key defining characteristics, making it a broad category for standard colour photo output.
Products Under This Code
Colour photographic paper (sheets/smaller rolls), inkjet photo paper (sensitised), photo paper for minilabs, colour photo paperboard, colour photo textiles
Real World Examples
Fujifilm Crystal Archive Paper, Kodak Professional Endura Paper, Ilford Multigrade RC Deluxe (colour variants), Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (sensitised)
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 370390 (non-colour photographic paper) or 370310 (very wide rolls), but the 'for colour photography' and width exclusion are critical.
Products Classified Under 3703.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
This product has a global market, with major importing and exporting countries including China, the USA, Japan, and Germany, reflecting both production and consumption.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 370320?
HS code 370320 covers: Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; for colour photography (polychrome), (other than in rolls of a width exceeding 610mm), sensitised, unexposed. This HS code covers unexposed, sensitised photographic paper, paperboard, and textiles specifically for colour photography, in formats other than rolls exceeding 610mm in width. This includes the vast majority of consumer and professional colour photographic papers and related media. It's used by photo labs, professional photographers, and home users for printing colour images from negatives or digital files onto light-sensitive surfaces. While digital printing is prevalent, traditional silver halide colour paper still offers unique qualities and is used in high-end photographic printing. Importers and exporters are typically photographic supply companies, retail chains, and specialized photo labs. The 'for colour photography' and the exclusion of very wide rolls are the key defining characteristics, making it a broad category for standard colour photo output.
What products fall under HS code 370320?
Colour photographic paper (sheets/smaller rolls), inkjet photo paper (sensitised), photo paper for minilabs, colour photo paperboard, colour photo textiles
What are common misclassifications for HS code 370320?
This code is often confused with 370390 (non-colour photographic paper) or 370310 (very wide rolls), but the 'for colour photography' and width exclusion are critical.
How is HS code 370320 structured?
HS code 370320 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (37) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.