35mm film cameras exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of 35mm film cameras by the United States reached $23.1 million in 2024 (380 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 93 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 17% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23.1M | 380 t |
| 2023 | $27.9M | 221 t |
| 2022 | $17.1M | 428 t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 269 t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 196 t |
| 2019 | $14.6M | 296 t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 329 t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 379 t |
Where the United States exports 35mm film cameras to
Most of it went to Japan (46%), Canada (14%), Netherlands (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Paraguay grew fastest (+127% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $10.5M | 46% |
| Canada | $3.4M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 5.6% |
| Paraguay | $929K | 4% |
| Germany | $432K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $414K | 1.8% |
| Hong Kong | $339K | 1.5% |
| France | $334K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $60.83 per kg, close to the world average of $64.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
35mm film cameras imports to the United States
The United States imported $19.2 million of 35mm film cameras in 2024 (254 tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 160 countries. China alone supplied 58% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.2M | 58% |
| Japan | $3.3M | 17% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 16% |
| Austria | $464K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $396K | 2.1% |
| Canada | $151K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $146K | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $114K | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $72K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $62K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 35mm film cameras exports (HS 9006.53): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 9006.53: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): of a kind (not SLR) for roll film of a width of 35mm.
Common questions
What is the value of 35mm film cameras exported by the United States?
The United States exported 35mm film cameras worth $23.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 380 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 93 countries worldwide, with 16% of world exports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy 35mm film cameras from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by Canada (14%) and the Netherlands (9%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. Paraguay grew fastest among the top ten, up 127% on the year.
What is the average export price of 35mm film cameras per kg?
The average declared export value was about $60.83 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $64.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of 35mm film cameras from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $23.1 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. The peak was 2023 at $27.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import 35mm film cameras?
Yes. The United States imported $19.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Japan and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for 35mm film cameras?
The HS code for 35mm film cameras is subheading 9006.53. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9006 page.
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