Product classification
HS code for 35mm film camera: 9006.53
Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic), for roll film of a width of 35mm.
Classification of 35mm film camera under HS 9006.53
HS code 900653 is specifically allocated for photographic cameras (excluding cinematographic cameras) designed to use roll film of a width of 35mm. This classification encompasses a wide range of cameras, from basic point-and-shoot models to advanced single-lens reflex (SLR) and rangefinder cameras, provided they are built to accept standard 35mm film cartridges. The key criteria are that the camera is for still photography, not motion pictures, and is engineered for the specific 35mm film format. This distinction separates it from cameras using other film formats, instant print cameras, or digital cameras, which fall under different HS codes.
- Covers
- 35mm Single-Lens Reflex (SLR) cameras (e.g., Canon AE-1, Nikon F3)
- 35mm Rangefinder cameras (e.g., Leica M6, Contax G2)
- 35mm Point-and-shoot cameras (e.g., Olympus Mju-II, Yashica T4)
- Disposable cameras utilizing 35mm film
- Half-frame 35mm cameras
- Also under 9006.53
- Canon AE-1
- Nikon F3
- Leica M6
- Olympus OM-1
- Kodak FunSaver
Codes often confused with 9006.53
Common mistake. Common misclassifications include confusing 35mm film cameras with digital cameras, which are classified under HS code 852580 as "Television cameras, digital cameras and video camera recorders." Another frequent error is classifying cameras for other film formats under 900653; for instance, medium format (120 film) cameras or APS film cameras would typically fall under 900659, which covers photographic cameras for roll film of widths 16mm or less, or exceeding 35mm. Instant print cameras, such as those producing Polaroid or Instax prints, are classified under 900640.
Top exporters and importers of HS 900653 (the code used for 35mm film camera), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 900653 (the code used for 35mm film camera) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 900653, not only 35mm film camera.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $42M 23% of world exports
- 2 Germany $40M 22% of world exports
- 3 United States $33M 19% of world exports
World total: $179M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $31M 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $18M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $17M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $179M 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 35mm film camera
Brazil splits HS 9006.53 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 9006.53.10Fixed-focus 35 mm roll film cameras
- 9006.53.20Adjustable-focus 35 mm roll film cameras
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about 35mm film camera
What is the HS code for 35mm film camera?
The HS code for 35mm film camera is 900653 (Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic), for roll film of a width of 35mm). The HS code for a 35mm film camera, specifically a photographic camera (excluding cinematographic) designed for roll film of a width of 35mm, is 900653.
How do I classify 35mm film camera for customs?
35mm film camera is classified under HS code 900653 — Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic), for roll film of a width of 35mm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does a 35mm film camera differ from a digital camera for HS classification?
For HS classification, the fundamental difference lies in their image capture and storage method. A 35mm film camera (900653) uses chemical film to capture and store images, requiring external processing. A digital camera (852580) captures images electronically via a sensor and stores them digitally, typically on memory cards, without chemical processing.
Which countries are the top exporters of 35mm film camera (HS 900653)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 900653 (the code used for 35mm film camera) in UN Comtrade data were China ($42M, 23% of world exports), Germany ($40M) and the United States ($33M). World exports came to about $179M, 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 35mm film camera (HS 900653)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 900653 (the code used for 35mm film camera) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($31M, 17% of world imports), Germany ($18M) and Hong Kong ($17M). World imports came to about $179M, 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.
Is the HS code for 35mm film camera the same in all countries?
The base HS code 900653 for 35mm film camera is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for 35mm film camera in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 900653 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for 35mm film camera depends on the product's details: 9006.53.10 (Fixed-focus 35 mm roll film cameras), 9006.53.20 (Adjustable-focus 35 mm roll film cameras).