Small format color film exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of small format color film by the United States reached $93.4 million in 2024 (579 tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 60 countries. Value rose 53% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $93.4M | 579 t |
| 2023 | $60.9M | 503 t |
| 2022 | $44.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $39.4M | 399 t |
| 2020 | $22.4M | 205 t |
| 2019 | $23.3M | 399 t |
| 2018 | $15.4M | 332 t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 250 t |
Where the United States exports small format color film to
Most of it went to Germany (38%), China (17%), Hong Kong (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $35.5M | 38% |
| China | $16.1M | 17% |
| Hong Kong | $8.5M | 9.1% |
| Japan | $4.4M | 4.7% |
| Australia | $3.8M | 4% |
| South Korea | $3.5M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $3.3M | 3.6% |
| France | $2.5M | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $2.2M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $161.30 per kg, close to the world average of $147.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Small format color film imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported small format color film worth $4.4 million (23 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 99 countries. The largest suppliers were Japan (30%), China (27%), Hong Kong (19%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $1.3M | 30% |
| China | $1.2M | 27% |
| Hong Kong | $820K | 19% |
| Germany | $406K | 9.2% |
| United Kingdom | $400K | 9.1% |
| Austria | $109K | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $76K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $60K | 1.4% |
| Armenia | $26K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $10K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States small format color film exports (HS 3702.54): 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 3702.54: 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).
Common questions
What is the value of small format color film exported by the United States?
The United States exported small format color film worth $93.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 579 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 60 countries worldwide, with 68% of world exports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries buy small format color film from the United States?
Germany was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($35.5 million), followed by China (17%) and Hong Kong (9%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 69 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average export price of small format color film per kg?
The average declared export value was about $161.30 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $147.17 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of small format color film from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $93.4 million in 2024, an increase of 696%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $38.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import small format color film?
Yes. The United States imported $4.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, China and Hong Kong. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $89.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for small format color film?
The HS code for small format color film is subheading 3702.54. It sits in HS chapter 37 (photographic or cinematographic goods). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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