3707 HSN Code: Photographic chemicals

HSN Sub Chapter 3707 represents Photographic chemicals under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Photographic chemicals correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 3707, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Photographic chemicals.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 3707

GST Rate for Photographic chemicals under HSN Code 3707. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

37

HSN Code

3707

HSN Description

Chemical preparations for photographic uses (other than varnishes, glues, adhesives and similar preparations); unmixed products for photographic uses, put up in measured portions or put up for retail sale in a form ready for use

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 3707

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Photographic chemicals.

Tariff HSN

37071000

Description

Sensitizing emulsions

Tariff HSN

37079010

Description

Other: Chemical products mixed or compounded for Photographic uses (for example, developers and fixers), whether or not in bulk

Tariff HSN

37079090

Description

Other: Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 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

₹49 Cr

−14.49% vs FY 2023-24

0.0013% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹221 Cr

+13.13% vs FY 2023-24

0.0036% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹171 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #761 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 37

FY 2024-25

29.19%

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

Import side: 11.13% of Chapter 37’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 37

FY 2024-25

#2 of 7

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 37

Import-side rank: #2 of 7

At a glance

−1.15%

Export CAGR

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

#913

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+32.49%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

29.19%

Contribution to Ch. 37

Share of Chapter 37 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 3707

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 #828

Balance

−161.62

Exports

52.81 ₹ Cr

0.0023% share

— YoY

62.62% of Ch. 37

Imports

214.43 ₹ Cr

0.0060% share

— YoY

14.69% of Ch. 37

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #861

Balance

−164.64

Exports

45.27 ₹ Cr

0.0020% share

−14.28% YoY

57.06% of Ch. 37

Imports

209.91 ₹ Cr

0.0063% share

−2.11% YoY

14.83% of Ch. 37

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #891

Balance

−81.18

Exports

32.78 ₹ Cr

0.0015% share

−27.59% YoY

45.22% of Ch. 37

Imports

113.96 ₹ Cr

0.0039% share

−45.71% YoY

10.96% of Ch. 37

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #892

Balance

−123.76

Exports

43.43 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

+32.49% YoY

51.88% of Ch. 37

Imports

167.19 ₹ Cr

0.0037% share

+46.71% YoY

11.03% of Ch. 37

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #884

Balance

−168.91

Exports

51.80 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

+19.27% YoY

56.37% of Ch. 37

Imports

220.71 ₹ Cr

0.0038% share

+32.01% YoY

13.09% of Ch. 37

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #883

Balance

−137.29

Exports

57.62 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

+11.24% YoY

46.18% of Ch. 37

Imports

194.91 ₹ Cr

0.0035% share

−11.69% YoY

10.92% of Ch. 37

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #913

Balance

−171.24

Exports

49.27 ₹ Cr

0.0013% share

−14.49% YoY

29.19% of Ch. 37

Imports

220.51 ₹ Cr

0.0036% share

+13.13% YoY

11.13% of Ch. 37

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−1.15% /yr

Imports

0.47% /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 3707 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −1.15% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 have declined at a compound annual rate of −1.15% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹52.81 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹49.27 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 Ranked #913 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 ranks #913 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 37, it ranks #2 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #761 of 1233.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 32.49% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹171.24 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹220.51 Cr exceeded exports of ₹49.27 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹171.24 Crore — ranking #761 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 0.47% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Photographic chemicals

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 have grown at 0.47% CAGR, reaching ₹220.51 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 Contributes 29.19% of Chapter 37 Exports — Ranked #2

Among the 7 subchapters under Chapter 37, HSN Sub-Chapter 3707 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 29.19% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 11.13% share (rank #2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 3707 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 3707

It includes Photographic chemicals

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Photographic chemicals?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Photographic chemicals is sold in small pouches (e.g., 500 g) with an MRP and label, record that on the invoice. Loose bulk bags often follow a different treatment.

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Photographic chemicals?

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.

Do spares or accessories of Photographic chemicals 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 chemicals?

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.

How should I document Photographic chemicals sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Photographic chemicals to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN.

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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