Low Sensitivity Color Film
CN โ US| HS Code | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3701910060 | 38.7% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3701996060 | 35.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3702310100 | 38.7% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3702520160 | 38.7% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3702320160 | 38.7% | CN | US | Official Doc |
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๐๏ธ Low Sensitivity Color Film (35mm/120 Roll)
๐ HS Code Classification & US Customs Clearance Guide | 2026 Taxation Deep Dive
๐ From "Color Negative Film" to "Halogenated Silver" โ A Professional Logistics Strategy
โ ๏ธ Critical Warning:
"Low Sensitivity Color Film" is a broad market term. In US Customs (CBP), the exact physical state (unexposed vs. exposed, specific emulsion type) and application (commercial vs. general photography) dictate whether you pay 38.7% or 35.0%. Misclassification leads to massive penalties!
๐ฆ ไธใHS Code ๅ็ฑป่ฏฆ่งฃ๏ผไธบไปไนไฝ ็่ถ็ๅฝๅ ฅ่ฟไธช็จๅท๏ผ
Why your "Low Sensitivity Color Film" falls into these specific codes
Unlike standard films, "Low Sensitivity" (Low ISO) films are highly specialized for high-resolution commercial photography, cinematography, or scientific imaging. They require precise emulsion chemistry (Halogenated Silver) and often come in specific roll formats.
๐ง Key Distinction Logic:
- Is it Unexposed? โ Codes starting with
3701(Photographic plates/films, unexposed). - Is it Exposed? โ Codes starting with
3702(Photographic films, exposed). - Is it Color? โ Must be classified under specific color subheadings.
- Material Composition โ Must be non-paper/non-textile backing with halogenated silver.
๐ ไบใ2026 ๅนดๆๆฐ HS Code ๅฏน็ ง่กจ (ๆๅจๆฐๆฎๆบ)
Based on the provided dataset: Precise classification for "Low Sensitivity Color Film"
| ๐ท๏ธ HS Code | ๐ Product Description & Logic | ๐ฏ Why this Code? (Classification Logic) | ๐ฐ Total Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3701.91.00.60 | Color Low Contrast Film Rolls Matching Color Photography Use + Non-paper/Non-textile Sensitization. |
Logic: Unexposed (3701) + Color (91) + Specific "Low Contrast" characteristic for commercial use. |
38.7% |
| 3701.99.60.60 | Color Low Contrast Film Rolls Matching Flat Sensitization Characteristics + Non-paper/Non-textile Attributes (Unexposed). |
Logic: Unexposed (3701) + "Other" (99) because it specifically matches "Flat/Planar" sensitization features not covered in 91. |
35.0% |
| 3702.31.01.00 | Color Low Contrast Film Rolls Matching Color Photography Use + Exposed Film Category. |
Logic: Exposed (3702) + Color (31) + Specific sub-category for exposed film used in photography. |
38.7% |
| 3702.52.01.60 | Color Low Contrast Film Rolls Matching Color Use + Non-paper/Cardboard/Textile Sensitization (Exposed). |
Logic: Exposed (3702) + Specific sub-category (52) emphasizing the material composition (no paper backing) in the exposed state. |
38.7% |
| 3702.32.01.60 | Film Rolls (Low Sensitivity) Matching Roll Form + Halogenated Silver Emulsion + Exposed Use. |
Logic: Exposed (3702) + Low Sensitivity (32) + Explicit mention of "Halogenated Silver" (Halogenated emulsion) and "Exposed" state. |
38.7% |
๐ฐ ไธใ2026ๅนดๆๆฐๅ ณ็จ็จ็่ฏฆ่งฃ (ๅซ้ๅ ็จใๆฟ็ญ้ๅ )
Tax Breakdown: Why the rate is 38.7% vs 35.0%
โ Applicable Country: USA (US)
โ Origin: China (CN)
โ Effective Date: 2025/2026 Regulations
๐จ The "38.7%" Trap (Codes: 3701.91, 3702.31, 3702.52, 3702.32)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 3.7% (Standard MFN Rate) |
| Section 301 (Add-on) | +25.0% (US Trade Act, "China Specific" tariff) |
| Section 122 (Add-on) | +10.0% (Special USITC/Trade Act provision for specific photographic products) |
| Total Tax | 38.7% |
| De Minimis | โ NO (No small parcel exemption for these HS codes) |
| Legal Path | Base:3.7% + 301:25.0% + 122:10.0% |
๐ Interpretation:
Most of your low-sensitivity color films (whether unexposed or exposed, if they match the specific "color photography use" or "halogenated silver" descriptions) will hit this 38.7% rate. This is a high-cost category due to the dual-layer penalty (Section 301 + Section 122).
๐ก The "35.0%" Opportunity (Code: 3701.99.60.60)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 0.0% (Special preferential or specific classification) |
| Section 301 (Add-on) | +25.0% |
| Section 122 (Add-on) | +10.0% |
| Total Tax | 35.0% |
| De Minimis | โ NO |
| Legal Path | Base:0.0% + 301:25.0% + 122:10.0% |
๐ Interpretation:
This is your ONLY chance to save 3.7%. This applies ONLY if your film is classified under 3701.99 (Unexposed, Other) and matches the specific description of "Flat Sensitization" with "Non-paper/Non-textile" attributes. If you are shipping Exposed film, you cannot use this code.
๐ ๏ธ ๅใๆธ ๅ ณๅฎๆๅปบ่ฎฎ (ๅฎๆ้ฟๅๆๅ)
โ 1. Documentation Checklist (Must Provide)
To avoid customs delays or audits, ensure your commercial invoice and packing list include:
| Document | Requirement | Critical Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Product Specs | โ Mandatory | Must explicitly state: "Low Sensitivity", "Halogenated Silver", "Color Negative". |
| State of Film | โ Critical | Unexposed vs. Exposed. Unexposed โ Use 3701 series. Exposed โ Use 3702 series. |
| Film Format | โ Mandatory | Roll width, gauge (35mm, 120, etc.). |
| Application | โ Mandatory | "For Commercial Photography", "Scientific Use", or "General Photography". |
| Composition | โ Mandatory | "Non-paper backing", "Non-textile base". |
| CO (Certificate of Origin) | โ Mandatory | Must verify "Made in China". |
โ 2. Declaration Strategy (The "Golden Rule")
๐ฅ Rule: "State determines the Rate!"
If you are Unexposed + "Flat" feature โ Try for3701.99.60.60(35.0%).
If you are Unexposed + "Color Photography" โ Must pay3701.91.00.60(38.7%).
If Exposed โ Always 38.7%.
| Scenario | Correct HS Code | Mistake to Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Unexposed, Color, Commercial Use | 3701.91.00.60 (38.7%) |
โ Don't try to hide it as "other" (3701.99). CBP checks the "use". |
| Unexposed, Specific "Flat" feature | 3701.99.60.60 (35.0%) |
โ Best Rate! Ensure the "Flat" characteristic is documented in specs. |
| Exposed, Color, Commercial | 3702.31.01.00 (38.7%) |
โ Do not declare as "Unexposed" (Fraud!). |
| Exposed, Halogenated Silver, Roll | 3702.32.01.60 (38.7%) |
โ Ensure "Low Sensitivity" is noted. |
โ 3. Special Handling
- Temperature Control: Color film (especially low sensitivity/long exposure) is heat-sensitive. Declare "Keep Cool" on packaging.
- Radioactive Checks: Do NOT confuse with radioactive film. Low sensitivity film is safe but must be declared as Non-Radioactive.
- Exposure Proof: If the film is Exposed (3702 series), it contains latent images. It may require special handling to prevent light damage during transit (though tax is the main issue here).
๐ ไบใๅ จ็ๅธๅบๅฏนๆฏ (2026)
| Market | Recommended HS Code | Estimated Duty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐บ๐ธ USA | 3701.91.00.60 / 3702.31.01.00 |
38.7% | Highest cost due to 301+122. |
| ๐จ๐ณ China | 3701.91.00.60 |
~3.7% | No Section 301/122. |
| ๐ช๐บ EU | 3701.91.00.60 |
~3.0% | Lower than US. |
| ๐ฏ๐ต Japan | 3701.91.00.60 |
~3.7% | Similar to China. |
๐ Conclusion: USA is the most expensive market for low sensitivity color film due to theๅ ๅ (stacked) Section 301 and Section 122 tariffs.
๐ ๅ ญใๅธธ่ง้่ฏฏ & ้ฟๅๆๅ
โ Mistake 1: Declaring Exposed film as Unexposed.
๐ Consequence: Customs fraud accusation, seizure of cargo, and 10x penalty.
โ Mistake 2: Ignoring the "Flat" characteristic.
๐ Consequence: Missing out on the 3.7% savings on the 3701.99.60.60 code. If you have the "Flat" feature, must claim it.
โ Mistake 3: Calling it "Photographic Paper".
๐ Consequence: Wrong HS Code (4811), wrong tax, delay. It is Film, not Paper.
โ Pro Tip:
"Low Sensitivity Color Film" is a technical classification. Ensure your Technical Data Sheet (TDS) explicitly mentions:
1. "Halogenated Silver"
2. "Non-paper backing"
3. "Low Sensitivity" (e.g., ISO 25, 50)
4. "Unexposed" (if applicable)
๐ฏ ไธใ็ป่ฏญ๏ผ็ฒพๅๅฝ็ฑป๏ผ้ๆฌๅขๆ๏ผ
๐ฏ Key Takeaway:
๐น "Unexposed + Flat Feature = 35.0% (Save 3.7%)"
๐น "Everything else (Exposed or Standard Color) = 38.7%"
๐น "Never declare Exposed film as Unexposed!"
๐ฃ Action Plan:
1. Review Product Specs: Check if your film has the "Flat" characteristic (for 35.0%).
2. Verify Exposure State: Unexposed โ 3701; Exposed โ 3702.
3. Calculate Duty: 38.7% or 35.0% on CIF value.
4. Prepare Docs: TDS, Invoice, Packing List.
โจ Professional Customs Clearance Starts with Precise Classification!
๐ผ Your cost per roll matters. Get it right!
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About HS Code Classification
The Harmonized System (HS) is an internationally standardized nomenclature developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO) to classify traded products. Over 200 countries use the HS system as the basis for customs tariffs, trade statistics, and import/export regulations.
Each HS code follows a hierarchical structure:
- Chapter (2 digits) โ Broad category of goods (e.g., Chapter 84: Machinery and Mechanical Appliances)
- Heading (4 digits) โ More specific grouping within the chapter
- Subheading (6 digits) โ Internationally standardized breakdown, used by all WCO member countries
- National subdivisions (8-10 digits) โ Country-specific extensions for further classification, such as US HTSUS 10-digit codes
Correct HS code classification is essential for smooth customs clearance, accurate duty payment, and compliance with trade regulations. Misclassification can lead to customs delays, overpayment of duties, or penalties.
When importing from CN to US, the applicable tariff rates may include:
- Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) rate โ The standard duty rate applied to WTO members
- General rate โ Applied to countries without trade agreements
- Trade remedy duties โ Additional tariffs such as Section 301 (anti-dumping), Section 232 (national security), or countervailing duties
The information provided on this page is for reference purposes only. For official classification, please consult with your local customs authority or a licensed customs broker.