3701 HSN Code: Photographic plates & film, unexposed

HSN Sub Chapter 3701 represents Photographic plates & film, unexposed under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Photographic plates & film, unexposed correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 3701, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Photographic plates & film, unexposed.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 3701

GST Rate for Photographic plates & film, unexposed under HSN Code 3701. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

37

HSN Code

3701

HSN Description

Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print-film in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

12 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 3701

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Photographic plates & film, unexposed.

Tariff HSN

37011010

Description

For X-ray : Medical

Tariff HSN

37011090

Description

For X-ray : Other

Tariff HSN

37012000

Description

Instant print film

Tariff HSN

37013000

Description

Other plates and film, with any side exceeding 255 mm

Tariff HSN

37019110

Description

Other : For colour photography (Polychrome): Cinematographic film

Tariff HSN

37019190

Description

Other : For colour photography (Polychrome): Other

Tariff HSN

37019910

Description

Other : Other : Cinematographic film

Tariff HSN

37019990

Description

Other : Other : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹112 Cr

+100.84% vs FY 2023-24

0.0030% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹1,417 Cr

+14.94% vs FY 2023-24

0.0232% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹1,305 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #988 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 37

FY 2024-25

66.46%

Share of Chapter 37’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 71.56% of Chapter 37’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 37

FY 2024-25

#1 of 7

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 37

Import-side rank: #1 of 7

At a glance

30.64%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#811

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+100.84%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

66.46%

Contribution to Ch. 37

Share of Chapter 37 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 3701

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #940

Balance

−788.80

Exports

22.56 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

— YoY

26.75% of Ch. 37

Imports

811.36 ₹ Cr

0.0226% share

— YoY

55.60% of Ch. 37

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #910

Balance

−781.15

Exports

27.82 ₹ Cr

0.0013% share

+23.32% YoY

35.06% of Ch. 37

Imports

808.97 ₹ Cr

0.0241% share

−0.29% YoY

57.14% of Ch. 37

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #887

Balance

−700.65

Exports

34.46 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

+23.87% YoY

47.54% of Ch. 37

Imports

735.11 ₹ Cr

0.0252% share

−9.13% YoY

70.67% of Ch. 37

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #919

Balance

−999.54

Exports

35.44 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

+2.84% YoY

42.34% of Ch. 37

Imports

1,034.98 ₹ Cr

0.0226% share

+40.79% YoY

68.29% of Ch. 37

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #931

Balance

−1,071.49

Exports

34.70 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

−2.09% YoY

37.76% of Ch. 37

Imports

1,106.19 ₹ Cr

0.0192% share

+6.88% YoY

65.61% of Ch. 37

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #892

Balance

−1,177.42

Exports

55.85 ₹ Cr

0.0015% share

+60.95% YoY

44.77% of Ch. 37

Imports

1,233.27 ₹ Cr

0.0220% share

+11.49% YoY

69.10% of Ch. 37

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #811

Balance

−1,305.29

Exports

112.17 ₹ Cr

0.0030% share

+100.84% YoY

66.46% of Ch. 37

Imports

1,417.46 ₹ Cr

0.0232% share

+14.94% YoY

71.56% of Ch. 37

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

30.64% /yr

Imports

9.74% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 37 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹168.79 Cr

Import

₹1,980.89 Cr

Trade Balance

−1,812.10

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 30.64% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 have grown at a compound annual rate of 30.64% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹22.56 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹112.17 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 Ranked #811 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 ranks #811 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 37, it ranks #1 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #988 of 1233.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 100.84% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹1,305.29 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,417.46 Cr exceeded exports of ₹112.17 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,305.29 Crore — ranking #988 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 9.74% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Photographic plates & film, unexposed

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 have grown at 9.74% CAGR, reaching ₹1,417.46 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 Contributes 66.46% of Chapter 37 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 7 subchapters under Chapter 37, HSN Sub-Chapter 3701 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 66.46% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 71.56% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 3701 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 3701

It includes Photographic plates & film, unexposed

What misclassification mistakes happen with Photographic plates & film, unexposed?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Photographic plates & film, unexposed?

Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.

Any special steps when selling Photographic plates & film, unexposed through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

Do spares or accessories of Photographic plates & film, unexposed follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

What should my invoice and records include for Photographic plates & film, unexposed?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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