Small format color film trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in small format color film was worth $137.7 million in 2024, about 936 tonnes. That is an increase of 197% since 2017, and up 35% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $137.7M | 936 t |
| 2023 | $101.7M | 730 t |
| 2022 | $76.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $73.8M | 745 t |
| 2020 | $54.1M | 543 t |
| 2019 | $56.5M | 861 t |
| 2018 | $46.8M | 873 t |
| 2017 | $46.3M | 879 t |
Top small format color film exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 68% of world exports, followed by Germany and China. The top three supply 85% between them, out of 60 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $93.4M | 68% |
| Germany | $17.3M | 13% |
| China | $5.9M | 4.3% |
| Hong Kong | $5.9M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $4.1M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 0.9% |
| Croatia | $1.0M | 0.8% |
| Spain | $907K | 0.7% |
| Sweden | $770K | 0.6% |
| Austria | $505K | 0.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 28% of world imports, ahead of China and Hong Kong. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 52% across 99 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $38.3M | 28% |
| China | $20.8M | 15% |
| Hong Kong | $12.7M | 9.2% |
| France | $6.2M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $5.6M | 4% |
| Japan | $4.8M | 3.5% |
| Australia | $4.8M | 3.5% |
| Spain | $4.5M | 3.3% |
| United States | $4.4M | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $3.8M | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 2.3% |
| Canada | $2.4M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $147.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Hong Kong averaged $1,584.94 per kg and China $64.43 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3702.54: Photographic film: for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m, excluding film for slides (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles). HS 3702 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most small format color film?
The United States exported $93.4 million in 2024, 68% of the world total, followed by Germany (13%) and China (4%). In all, 60 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most small format color film?
Germany imported $38.3 million in 2024, 28% of world imports, ahead of China (15%) and Hong Kong (9%). The top three importers together take 52%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in small format color film?
It was worth $137.7 million in 2024, about 936 tonnes. That is an increase of 197% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 60 countries reported exports and 99 reported imports.
What is the average price of small format color film per kg?
The world average declared value was about $147.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Hong Kong averaged $1,584.94 per kg and China $64.43 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for small format color film?
The HS code for small format color film is subheading 3702.54, in chapter 37 (photographic or cinematographic goods). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3702 page.
How can I find small format color film buyers and suppliers?
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