Product classification
HS code for Video camera: 9007.10
Cameras, cinematographic, whether or not incorporating sound recording apparatus.
Classification of video camera under HS 9007.10
Video cameras intended for professional use in film and motion picture production are classified under HS code 9007.10. This heading specifically covers cinematographic cameras, whether or not they incorporate sound recording apparatus. The classification is governed by the technical specifications of the device, particularly its ability to capture a sequence of images at high speeds suitable for professional cinematography. While the line between consumer digital cameras and professional cinema cameras has blurred, 9007.10 remains the standard for equipment designed primarily for the film industry. This includes cameras that use traditional film as well as high-end digital cinema cameras that utilize large-format sensors and professional-grade outputs. Under GRI 1, the classification is determined by the camera's primary design and intended application. If the device is marketed and technically equipped for the production of motion pictures rather than simple surveillance or casual photography, it falls under this chapter of optical and cinematographic instruments.
- Covers
- Professional digital cinema cameras
- 35mm and 16mm film cameras
- High-speed cinematographic cameras
- Motion picture cameras with integrated sound
- Studio-grade video production cameras
- Also under 9007.10
- ARRI Alexa Mini LF
- RED V-RAPTOR
- Sony VENICE 2
- Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro
- Canon EOS C700
Codes often confused with 9007.10
Common mistake. Video cameras are often misclassified under HS code 8525.89, which covers digital cameras and video camera recorders not elsewhere specified. Most consumer camcorders and DSLRs belong in 8525.89. Another common error is using 8525.81 for high-speed cameras, but that code is specifically for radiation-hardened or specialized industrial cameras. The distinction for 9007.10 is the 'cinematographic' nature of the equipment, which implies professional movie-making capabilities.
Top exporters and importers of HS 900710 (the code used for video camera), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 900710 (the code used for video camera) in UN Comtrade data was Denmark, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 13% 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 900710, not only video camera.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Denmark $27M 22% of world exports
- 2 United States $25M 20% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $16M 13% of world exports
World total: $124M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $19M 13% of world imports
- 2 Malaysia $18M 12% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $15M 9.8% of world imports
World total: $154M 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 code for video camera
Brazil classifies video camera under NCM 9007.10.00: HS 9007.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about video camera
What is the HS code for Video camera?
The HS code for Video camera is 900710 (Cameras, cinematographic; whether or not incorporating sound recording apparatus). The HS code for professional cinematographic video cameras is 9007.10. Consumer-grade digital video cameras are typically 8525.89.
How do I classify Video camera for customs?
Video camera is classified under HS code 900710 — Cameras, cinematographic; whether or not incorporating sound recording apparatus. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are digital cinema cameras included in 9007.10?
Yes, modern digital cameras designed specifically for professional motion picture production are classified here, provided they meet the cinematographic criteria.
Which countries are the top exporters of video camera (HS 900710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 900710 (the code used for video camera) in UN Comtrade data were Denmark ($27M, 22% of world exports), the United States ($25M) and the Netherlands ($16M). World exports came to about $124M, 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 video camera (HS 900710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 900710 (the code used for video camera) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($19M, 13% of world imports), Malaysia ($18M) and the Netherlands ($15M). World imports came to about $154M, 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 Video camera the same in all countries?
The base HS code 900710 for Video 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 video camera in Brazil?
In Brazil, video camera (HS 900710) is classified under NCM 9007.10.00.