HS Code 3706Cinematographic film; exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating sound track or consisting only of sound track
2 six-digit codes · Heading 6 of 7 in Chapter 37 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 3706 is the customs heading for film that has been shot and processed for the cinema. It takes in film that carries sound, and film that is nothing but sound.
Heading 3706 splits exactly two ways. Goods answering to “Cinematographic film; exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating sound track or consisting only of sound track” classify either at 370610 or at 370690, and the wording in the table below is the whole of what separates them. The heading is number 6 of 7 in Chapter 37, Photographic or cinematographic goods, which runs to 30 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 3706
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 370610 | Cinematographic film; exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating sound track or consisting only of sound track, of a width of 35cm or more |
| 370690 | Cinematographic film; exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating a sound track or consisting only of sound track, of a width less than 35mm |
What HS code 3706 covers
Think of motion picture film that has already been shot and processed. The picture is recorded on it, and the film has been developed so the image can be shown. Customs officers place such film in this heading.
Sound is part of the rule. A reel can hold picture and sound together. A reel can also hold a sound track and no picture. Both cases fall under the same heading, so sound does not change where the film goes.
The heading sits in the Harmonized System, a customs classification that the World Customs Organization maintains. Most countries build their own tariff lines on top of it. That is why one reel can be matched to the same heading in many markets.
HS 370610 vs 370690: choosing the right subheading
The two subheadings are split by one thing only, which is the width of the film. Picture or sound does not matter for this choice. Measure the width first, then pick the code.
Look closely at the units in the wording above. One subheading uses centimetres and the other uses millimetres. Film is normally described in millimetres, so a slip in the unit is easy to make. Read the official Harmonized System text for your country before you file a declaration.
- HS 370610: the wider film in the split.
- HS 370690: the narrower film in the split.
- Both subheadings can hold film with a sound track or a sound track alone.
How 3706 differs from nearby headings
Most mistakes come from the stage of the film, not its width. Ask three questions. Has the film been exposed? Has it been developed? Is it made for motion pictures?
Film that has not been exposed belongs in 3701, 3702 or 3703. Heading 3702 is for film in rolls.
Film that was exposed but not yet developed goes to 3704. Film that was developed but is not for motion pictures goes to 3705. Only developed motion picture film belongs in 3706.
Chemicals used in photography are a separate matter and sit in 3707. If you are unsure which heading fits your goods, try the HS code classifier.
Who imports cinematographic film under HS 3706?
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Related
- Chapter 37 photographic and cinematographic goods
- HS 3702 photographic film in rolls
- HS 3704 exposed but not developed film
- HS 3705 developed film, non-cinematographic
- HS 3707 photographic chemical preparations
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Nearby headings in Chapter 37
- 3701Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any…5 codes
- 3702Photographic film in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than…16 codes
- 3703Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; sensitised, unexposed3 codes
- 3704Photographic plates, film, paper, paperboard and textiles, exposed but not…1 code
- 3705Photographic plates and film; exposed and developed, other than…1 code
- 3707Chemical preparations for photographic uses (other than varnishes, glues…2 codes
Who ships under 3706?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 2 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries, chapters 28–38.
HS Code 3706: common questions
What is HS code 3706?
It is a four-digit heading for developed motion picture film.
What is the difference between HS 370610 and 370690?
370610 is for the wider film and 370690 is for the narrower film, so check the unit in the official text.
Which HS code covers film consisting only of sound track?
Heading 3706 does, because its wording names sound-track-only film. You then choose 370610 or 370690 by width.
What HS code is used for exposed but undeveloped film?
Look at heading 3704. It is meant for goods that have been exposed but have not been developed yet.
What is the HS code for developed film other than cinematographic?
Look at heading 3705. It is the one for developed plates and film that are not made for motion pictures.
Where can I find import and export data for HS code 3706?
Open the import data and export data pages linked here. You can also book a free demo to see records for this heading.
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