Product classification

HS code for Film projector: 9007.20

Projectors, cinematographic, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus.

Classification of film projector under HS 9007.20

Film projectors are classified under HS code 9007.20 because they are cinematographic apparatuses designed to project moving images from film. Chapter 90 of the Harmonized System encompasses optical and photographic instruments, and heading 9007 specifically covers cinematographic cameras and projectors, whether or not they incorporate sound recording or reproducing apparatus. Subheading 9007.20 is dedicated to the projectors themselves. This classification applies regardless of the film width—be it 8mm, 16mm, 35mm, or 70mm—as long as the device is intended for the projection of cinematographic film. The inclusion of sound reproduction capabilities, such as optical or magnetic sound heads, does not change the classification, as the primary function remains the projection of motion pictures. The classification process involves analyzing the mechanical and optical components that allow for the rapid succession of frames to create the illusion of movement, a hallmark of cinematographic technology. This code is essential for distinguishing traditional film-based cinema equipment from modern digital projection systems used in home theaters or commercial digital cinemas.

Covers
  • 35mm commercial cinema projectors
  • 16mm educational or portable film projectors
  • 70mm IMAX-style film projectors
  • 8mm and Super 8 home movie projectors
  • Film projectors with integrated magnetic sound readers
Also under 9007.20
  • Barco Series 4
  • Christie CP4440-RGB
  • NEC NC3541L
  • Kinoton FP30
  • Dolby Cinema Projector

Codes often confused with 9007.20

Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification for film projectors is HS code 8528.62, which covers digital projectors (data projectors) used with computers or television signals. Because modern cinema has shifted to digital, many importers mistakenly use the electronics chapter (Chapter 85) for analog film equipment. Another error involves HS code 9008.50, which is for image projectors other than cinematographic, such as overhead projectors or slide projectors that display still images rather than moving film.

8528.62Projectors; capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.719008.50Image projectors, photographic enlargers and reducers, excluding cinematographic

Top exporters and importers of HS 900720 (the code used for film projector), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 900720 (the code used for film projector) 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.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 900720, not only film projector.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $87M
  2. 2 Hong Kong $27M
  3. 3 Canada $6.2M

World total: $140M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $31M
  2. 2 Hong Kong $25M
  3. 3 France $11M

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 film projector

Brazil splits HS 9007.20 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about film projector

What is the HS code for Film projector?

The HS code for Film projector is 900720 (Projectors, cinematographic; whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus). The HS code for cinematographic film projectors is 9007.20.

How do I classify Film projector for customs?

Film projector is classified under HS code 900720 — Projectors, cinematographic; whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include projectors that play sound?

Yes, HS code 9007.20 includes projectors whether or not they incorporate sound recording or reproducing apparatus, provided they are for cinematographic film.

Which countries are the top exporters of film projector (HS 900720)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 900720 (the code used for film projector) 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 film projector (HS 900720)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 900720 (the code used for film projector) 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.

Is the HS code for Film projector the same in all countries?

The base HS code 900720 for Film projector 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 film projector in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 900720 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for film projector depends on the product's details: 9007.20.20 (Cine projectors for 35 mm to 70 mm film), 9007.20.90 (Other cinematographic projectors).