HS Code for 35mm color film

HS code 370254 is designated for photographic film specifically for colour photography, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, with a width exceeding 16mm but not 35mm, and a length not exceeding 30m. A critical distinction for this classification is the explicit exclusion of film for slides. This code encompasses standard 35mm colour negative film, which, when exposed, produces a negative image that requires further chemical processing and printing to yield a positive photographic print. The specifications regarding width and length are precise, ensuring that only standard consumer and professional 35mm film rolls fall under this category, differentiating them from wider formats, longer bulk rolls, or film intended for slide projection.

Products Included

• Kodak Portra 400/800
• Fujifilm C200/Superia X-TRA 400
• Lomography Color Negative films
• Any brand of unexposed 35mm colour negative film in standard lengths (e.g., 24 or 36 exposures)

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with HS code 370253, which is for "Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome) slides." While both are 35mm colour films, 370253 is specifically for reversal (slide) film, which produces a positive image directly, whereas 370254 is for negative film. Another point of confusion can be HS code 370255, which covers similar colour photographic film but for lengths exceeding 30m, typically bulk rolls for professional use. Black and white 35mm film, such as that classified under 370244, is also distinct due to its monochrome nature.

FAQ

What is the HS code for 35mm color film?

The HS code for 35mm color negative film, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not 35mm and a length not exceeding 30m, is 370254.

What is the difference between color negative and slide film for classification?

The primary difference for HS classification lies in their intended output: color negative film (370254) is designed to produce a negative image for printing, explicitly excluding slide film. Slide film (370253), conversely, is specifically formulated to produce a positive image directly, suitable for projection as a slide.