HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9007.20 – Projectors, cinematographic; whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus
HS code 9007.20 is the 6-digit subheading for projectors, cinematographic, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus. It is used for digital cinema projectors, 35mm film projectors, 70mm film projectors, IMAX projectors and laser cinema projectors.
What HS 9007.20 covers
This category covers cinematographic projectors, which are essential equipment for displaying moving images, primarily in cinemas, film archives, and professional screening rooms. This includes both traditional film projectors (e.g., 35mm, 70mm) and modern digital cinema projectors, regardless of whether they incorporate sound reproduction systems. The international trade in these goods is driven by the global film exhibition industry, educational institutions, and cultural organizations. Importers are typically cinema chains, independent theaters, and specialized AV equipment distributors, while exporters are often manufacturers with expertise in optics, lighting, and digital imaging. Key trade considerations include resolution, brightness (lumens), lamp technology (xenon, laser), and compliance with DCI (Digital Cinema Initiatives) standards for digital projectors. The market has seen a significant shift from film to digital projection, impacting the types of projectors traded globally.
- Covers
- Digital cinema projectors
- 35mm film projectors
- 70mm film projectors
- IMAX projectors
- Laser cinema projectors
- Portable film projectors
- Examples
- Barco Series 4
- Christie CP4440-RGB
- NEC NC3541L
- Kinoton FP30
- Dolby Cinema Projector
Codes often confused with 9007.20
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 852862 (projectors, other than cinematographic, for connecting to an automatic data processing machine or network) if the specific cinematographic purpose is overlooked, or with 900850 (image projectors, photographic enlargers and reducers, excluding cinematographic) for still image projectors.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 900720, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 900720 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% 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 China $87M 62% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $27M 19% of world exports
- 3 Canada $6.2M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $140M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $31M 25% of world imports
- 2 Hong Kong $25M 20% of world imports
- 3 France $11M 8.5% of world imports
World total: $126M 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 9007.20 2
Brazil splits HS 9007.20 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 9007.20.20 Cine projectors for 35 mm to 70 mm filmPara filmes de largura igual ou superior a 35 mm, mas não superior a 70 mm
- 9007.20.90 Other cinematographic projectorsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9007.20
What is HS code 900720?
HS code 900720 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Projectors, cinematographic; whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus. This category covers cinematographic projectors, which are essential equipment for displaying moving images, primarily in cinemas, film archives, and professional screening rooms. This includes both traditional film projectors (e.g., 35mm, 70mm) and modern digital cinema projectors, regardless of whether they incorporate sound reproduction systems. The international trade in these goods is driven by the global film exhibition industry, educational institutions, and cultural organizations. Importers are typically cinema chains, independent theaters, and specialized AV equipment distributors, while exporters are often manufacturers with expertise in optics, lighting, and digital imaging. Key trade considerations include resolution, brightness (lumens), lamp technology (xenon, laser), and compliance with DCI (Digital Cinema Initiatives) standards for digital projectors. The market has seen a significant shift from film to digital projection, impacting the types of projectors traded globally.
What products fall under HS code 900720?
Digital cinema projectors, 35mm film projectors, 70mm film projectors, IMAX projectors, laser cinema projectors, portable film projectors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 900720?
This code might be confused with 852862 (projectors, other than cinematographic, for connecting to an automatic data processing machine or network) if the specific cinematographic purpose is overlooked, or with 900850 (image projectors, photographic enlargers and reducers, excluding cinematographic) for still image projectors.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 900720?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 900720 in UN Comtrade data were China ($87M, 62% of world exports), Hong Kong ($27M) and Canada ($6.2M). World exports came to about $140M, 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 900720?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 900720 in UN Comtrade data were China ($31M, 25% of world imports), Hong Kong ($25M) and France ($11M). World imports 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.
How is HS code 900720 structured?
HS code 900720 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 900720?
Brazil splits HS code 900720 into 2 NCM codes: 9007.20.20 (Cine projectors for 35 mm to 70 mm film), 9007.20.90 (Other cinematographic projectors). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.