HS Code for Color slide film

Color slide film is classified under HS code 3702.53. This classification is reserved for photographic film in rolls, sensitized and unexposed, specifically designed for color photography (polychrome) to produce slides (transparencies). The code further specifies the dimensions: the film must have a width exceeding 16 mm but not exceeding 35 mm, and a length not exceeding 30 meters. This classification falls under Chapter 37, which covers photographic or cinematographic goods. The logic follows the physical format (rolls), the chemical state (sensitized, unexposed), the intended output (slides), and the precise physical measurements required for standard consumer and professional photography.

Products Included

• 35mm E-6 process color reversal film
• 120 format color slide film (when slit to specific widths)
• Color transparency film for still cameras
• Chrome film rolls for slide projectors
• Professional color reversal film in 35mm rolls

Common Misclassification

Color slide film is often misclassified under 3702.54, which is the code for color negative film (used for making prints). While both are 35mm color films, the chemical process and intended use (reversal vs. negative) distinguish them. It is also sometimes confused with 3701, which covers photographic film in flat sheets rather than rolls.

FAQ

What is the HS code for color slide film?

The specific HS code for color slide film in rolls, 16mm to 35mm wide and up to 30m long, is 3702.53.

Does this code include movie film?

Generally, no. Cinematographic film (movie film) is often classified under different subheadings of 3702, such as 3702.52 or 3702.9x, depending on the width and perforations.