HS Code 3703
Sensitised Unexposed Photographic Paper and Textiles
HS code 3703 covers unexposed photographic paper, paperboard, and textiles sensitised with silver halides or other light-sensitive salts for image production.
4-digit Section VILCL
HS Code 3703 — Sensitised Unexposed Photographic Paper and Textiles
This code is for paper, card, or textile materials coated with light-sensitive chemicals for photo printing. These materials are unexposed and typically used in darkrooms or professional printing labs.
What's included
- Darkroom printing paper
- Sensitised canvas for photography
- Silver halide photo paper
- Electrostatic photographic paper
What's excluded
- Inkjet photo paper → use
4811(Inkjet paper is not chemically sensitised; it uses an absorbent coating for ink rather than light-sensitive salts.)
Common examples
- Ilford Multigrade RC Deluxe paper
- Kodak Professional Endura Premier paper
- Fujicolor Crystal Archive paper
- Sensitised cotton canvas rolls
Frequently asked questions
Is regular inkjet paper included here?
No, regular inkjet paper for home printers is classified under Chapter 48 as coated paper.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Technical data sheets confirming chemical sensitivity type may be required.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Germany, Japan, China, United Kingdom
- Top importers: United States, India, France, Brazil
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Key takeaway
Covers traditional chemically sensitive printing substrates; distinct from modern inkjet and laser printer papers.
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