3705Heading (4-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 3705 – Photographic Plates And Film, Exposed And Developed, Other Than Cinematographic Film

Full GST classification for Photographic Plates And Film, Exposed And Developed, Other Than Cinematographic Film — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

3705

Chapter

37

Digits

4-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 3705?

HSN code 3705 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Photographic Plates And Film, Exposed And Developed, Other Than Cinematographic Film under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 4-digit code sitting at the heading (4-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 37 — Photographic Or Cinematographic Goods, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying photographic plates and film, exposed and developed, other than cinematographic film must quote HSN 3705 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 3705

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter37photographic or cinematographic goods
Heading3705photographic plates and film, exposed and developed, other than cinematographic film

GST rate for HSN 3705

Goods under HSN 3705 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
370500photographic plates and film, exposed and developed,other than cinematographic film
37051000photographic paper, paperboard and textiles sensitised, unexposed for offset reproduction
37052000photographic paper, paperboard and textiles sensitised, unexposed microfilms
37059010photographic paper, paperboard and textiles sensitised, unexposed other: microfiches
37059090photographic paper, paperboard and textiles sensitised, unexposed other: other

HSN Code 3705 — FAQs

What is HSN code 3705?

HSN code 3705 classifies "Photographic Plates And Film, Exposed And Developed, Other Than Cinematographic Film" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 37 (Photographic Or Cinematographic Goods) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 3705?

3705 is a 4-digit HSN code — a heading (4-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 3705?

Goods under HSN 3705 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for Photographic Plates And Film, Exposed And Developed, Other Than Cinematographic Film.

Which chapter does HSN code 3705 belong to?

HSN 3705 belongs to Chapter 37 — Photographic Or Cinematographic Goods, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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