HS Code 9010
Photographic Laboratory Equipment and Screens
HS code 9010 covers photographic and cinematographic laboratory apparatus, including automatic film processors, projection screens, and negatoscopes.
4-digit Section XVIIIFCL
HS Code 9010 — Photographic Laboratory Equipment and Screens
This category covers specialized machinery used in photo labs for developing, printing, and finishing photographs or films. It also includes projection screens used in cinemas or classrooms, and negatoscopes used for viewing X-rays or negatives.
What's included
- Automatic film processing machines
- Photo finishing equipment
- Cinematographic laboratory equipment
- Projection screens for movies
- X-ray film viewers (negatoscopes)
What's excluded
- Medical diagnostic equipment → use
9018(Instruments for medical diagnosis/surgery are under 9018.) - Lamps for lighting → use
9405(General lighting is classified in Chapter 94.)
Common examples
- Noritsu photo minilab
- Draper projection screen
- Automatic film developer tank
- Medical negatoscope for X-ray analysis
Frequently asked questions
Are portable projector screens included?
Yes, screen products designed for image projection are typically covered under 9010.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 3%
- Documentation: Weight and dimensions of lab machinery often require specialized industrial logistics.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Japan, Germany
- Top importers: United States, Germany, South Korea
Related HS codes
Key takeaway
Covers the 'behind the scenes' equipment for photo processing and the actual screens used for viewing.
Related HS codes
Tired of HS code lookups?
CargoMode extracts HS codes directly from commercial invoices, packing lists, and CMRs — no manual lookup, no transcription errors.