Medium color film roll exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of medium color film roll by the United States reached $17.3 million in 2024 (280 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 65 countries. That is 52% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $17.3M | 280 t |
| 2023 | $11.4M | 335 t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 379 t |
| 2021 | $12.7M | 396 t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 417 t |
| 2019 | $13.6M | 425 t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 415 t |
| 2017 | $19.9M | 697 t |
Where the United States exports medium color film roll to
Most of it went to Belgium (50%), Canada (19%), Mexico (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+446% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $8.7M | 50% |
| Canada | $3.3M | 19% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 7% |
| Germany | $941K | 5.4% |
| Hong Kong | $536K | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $377K | 2.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $362K | 2.1% |
| China | $226K | 1.3% |
| Bahamas | $171K | 1% |
| Japan | $166K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $61.98 per kg, 78% above the world average of $34.87. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medium color film roll imports to the United States
The United States imported $16.9 million of medium color film roll in 2024 (614 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 135 countries. One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $10.1M | 60% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 12% |
| Philippines | $1.8M | 11% |
| China | $1.7M | 10% |
| Belgium | $408K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $375K | 2.2% |
| Colombia | $190K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $119K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $115K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $32K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States medium color film roll exports (HS 3702.44): 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 3702.44: Photographic film: in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 105mm but not exceeding 610mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles).
Common questions
What is the value of medium color film roll exported by the United States?
The United States exported medium color film roll worth $17.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 280 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 65 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries buy medium color film roll from the United States?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 50% of the value ($8.7 million), followed by Canada (19%) and Mexico (7%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 67 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 446% on the year.
What is the average export price of medium color film roll per kg?
The average declared export value was about $61.98 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $34.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of medium color film roll from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $19.9 million in 2017 to $17.3 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2017 at $19.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import medium color film roll?
Yes. The United States imported $16.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, Germany and the Philippines. That compares with exports of $17.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for medium color film roll?
The HS code for medium color film roll is subheading 3702.44. It sits in HS chapter 37 (photographic or cinematographic goods). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3702 page.
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