HS Code for Black and white film

Black and white film is classified under HS code 370199 due to its specific characteristics as photographic plates and film. This classification applies to film that is sensitised, meaning it is coated with light-sensitive chemicals, but remains unexposed, ready for use. The description further specifies that it is "for other than colour photography," clearly distinguishing it from colour films. Additionally, the code covers film "in the flat" with "no side exceeding 255mm," indicating sheet film formats rather than rolls. The material can be anything other than paper, paperboard, or textiles, which are covered under different subheadings. This precise definition ensures that only unexposed, black and white sheet film of a certain size falls under this category, reflecting its distinct photographic application and form factor.

Products Included

• Unexposed black and white sheet film
• Black and white photographic plates
• Medical X-ray film (unexposed, in flat sheets, black and white)
• Industrial radiography film (unexposed, in flat sheets, black and white)

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications for black and white film often involve other types of photographic media. Colour photographic film, whether in rolls or sheets, is classified under different subheadings within Chapter 37, such as HS 370110 for X-ray film in rolls or HS 3702 for other films in rolls. Film exceeding the 255mm side limit, even if black and white and in the flat, would typically fall under HS 370120 or other relevant subheadings for larger formats. Unsensitised film, which lacks the light-sensitive coating, would not be considered photographic film and would be classified based on its base material. Additionally, photographic paper (HS 3703) is distinct from film due to its substrate.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Black and white film?

The HS code for unexposed black and white film, in the flat, with no side exceeding 255mm, is 370199.

What distinguishes HS 370199 from other photographic films?

HS 370199 specifically covers black and white (other than colour photography) film that is sensitised, unexposed, and presented "in the flat" (sheet form) with a maximum side dimension of 255mm. This differentiates it from colour films, films in rolls (HS 3702), and larger format sheet films.