Nepal Import Trade Data

11-Apr-2025

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Volza's Big Data technology scans over 2 billion Import shipment records in Nepal to identify top & new suppliers, economial sourcing, and profitable products.
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Key Indicators

Suppliers
7,424
Export Trading Partners
69
Import Shipments
10,531,986
Buyers
164,148
Import Trading Partners
62

Overview

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Nepal Import Trade Overview

Introduction:
Nepal, a landlocked country with significant geographical constraints, heavily depends on imports to sustain its economy and meet the demands of its industries and populace. This creates diverse opportunities for global exporters in sectors ranging from technology to consumer goods.

Economic Overview:
Nepal’s economy primarily revolves around agriculture, tourism, and remittances, with a growing interest in manufacturing and services. Despite its modest GDP ranking, imports play a crucial role, especially in supplying essential goods, machinery, and raw materials. Efforts to diversify the economy could reshape import needs, particularly towards infrastructure and energy.

Political and Regulatory Environment:
Nepal's political environment has been historically unstable but is currently stable, which influences its economic policies and trade regulations. Import policies are influenced by bilateral agreements, particularly with India and China, and recent changes aim to improve trade facilitation and reduce import dependency.

Opportunities and Challenges for Exporters:
Opportunities for exporters include supplying construction materials, machinery, and consumer electronics, responding to ongoing infrastructure projects and a rising middle class. Challenges involve navigating complex customs procedures and the dependency on transit routes through India.

Top 10 Import Products:

  1. Petroleum products (HS code: 2710) - Essential for transport and energy.
  2. Iron and steel (HS code: 7201) - Infrastructure projects.
  3. Gold (HS code: 7108) - Major import for reserves and investment.
  4. Machinery, including computers (HS code: 8471) - Technological advancement.
  5. Vehicles (HS code: 8703) - Transport needs.
  6. Electrical machinery (HS code: 8501) - Power and building sectors.
  7. Pharmaceuticals (HS code: 3004) - Healthcare requirements.
  8. Plastics (HS code: 3901) - Manufacturing and packaging.
  9. Textiles (HS code: 5407) - Clothing industry.
  10. Cereals (HS code: 1001) - Food security and agriculture support.

Top Buyers:
EMBASSY OF INDIA, CORAL INTERNATIONAL, UNIVERSAL FURNITURE INDUSTRIES

Solution for Global Exporters:
Global exporters are encouraged to leverage Volza’s online import data for Nepal to effectively explore and understand the market dynamics. This tool facilitates detailed market analysis, helping exporters to identify lucrative opportunities and strategize efficiently. Visit Volza to gain insights that can streamline your export process and enhance market penetration within minutes.

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Top 10 Importers

Nepal Top 10 Importers

Within our Volza database, we possess comprehensive information about over 10 active importers in Nepal. To assist you in identifying the leading importers in Nepal, Volza offers an advanced feature that analyzes billions of shipping invoices using more than 20 parameters. Noteworthy among the top 10 importers in Nepal are companies like NEPAL OIL CORPORATION LIMITED , SIPRADI TRADING PRIVATE LIMITE , and SIPRADI AUTO PARTS PVT LTD . These key players are featured prominently within our extensive database. For a more comprehensive overview, please refer to our table, which outlines the top 10 importers, and explore the additional resources provided below.

Nepal Top 10 Importers
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Nepal Top 10 Importers
Rank Importers Shipments
1 NEPAL OIL CORPORATION LIMITED 485,739
2 SIPRADI TRADING PRIVATE LIMITE 169,954
3 SIPRADI AUTO PARTS PVT LTD 167,533
4 DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD 37,262
5 NOC Ltd. 32,936
6 JAGDAMBA STEELS P LTD 28,256
7 Unique Trade Link Pvt. Ltd. 25,334
8 SIPRADI AUTOPARTS PVT LTD 23,073
9 PHARMACHEM PVT LTD 20,669
10 UNITED DISTRIBUTORS PVT LTD 18,757
Data Source: Volza Import Data

Top 7 Import Products

Nepal Top 7 Import Products

As the Nepal import data reveals, the nation's top import products for 2024 were prominently characterized by:

- Automobile Component: 46.94%
- Presenter Box: 26.06%
- Wheelers Component: 24.42%
- Medical Surgical Instrument: 1.83%
- Basmati Rice Seeds: 0.58%
- Pci Coal: 0.15%
- Aluminosilicate Mineral: 0.02%
These top 7 import items represented a significant 61.4% of Nepal's total import value for 2024. When analyzing Nepal's customs records, it's evident that the fastest-growing import categories were mineral fuels & oils, animal or vegetable fats & oils, and articles of stone, showing a robust upward trend. Conversely, the declining sectors in the import landscape included products of the milling industry, optical and photographic equipment, as well as electrical machinery & equipment. These top 7 import items represented a significant 61.4% of Nepal's total import value for 2024. When analyzing Nepal's customs records, it's evident that the fastest-growing import categories were mineral fuels & oils, animal or vegetable fats & oils, and articles of stone, showing a robust upward trend. Conversely, the declining sectors in the import landscape included products of the milling industry, optical and photographic equipment, as well as electrical machinery & equipment. For businesses and market analysts, the subsequent chart offers a deeper dive, showcasing the monetary value and market dynamics of Nepal’s top 7 import commodities for 2024.
Nepal Top 7 Import Products
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Nepal Top 7 Import Products
Rank Import Products Shipments
1

Automobile Component

4,108,511
2

PRESENTER BOX

2,280,631
3

WHEELERS COMPONENT

2,137,048
4

Medical Surgical Instrument

160,392
5

Basmati Rice Seeds

50,585
6

PCI COAL

13,413
7

Aluminosilicate Mineral

1,313
Data Source: Volza Import Data

Trading Partners

Top Trading Partners of Nepal

Africa-CentralAfrica-East Africa-WestCameroonEthiopiaUgandaZimbabweGhanaNigeriaNepalAfrica-CentralAfrica-East Africa-SouthCameroonEthiopiaKenyaUgandaZimbabweBotswana

Top 1 Import Trading Partners

Nepal Top 1 Import Trading Partners

Nepal trade data from 2024 highlights the nation's top 1 import partners as follows: INDIA (USD 10,368,276) .
The growth rates for the leading three importers were as follows: India at 100.00% .
Trade balance analysis reveals that Nepal had a trade deficit with both Iran and China. Specifically, the deficit amounted to USD 300 million with Iran and USD 150 million with China in that year. Nepal import statistics show that the country's top 1 import partners in 2024 collectively contributed 87.2% to the overall value of import shipments. Furthermore, Nepal’s major imports from India include PRESENTER BOX, Automobile Component, WHEELERS COMPONENT, Medical Surgical Instrument, PCI COAL, Aluminosilicate Mineral, Basmati Rice Seeds, products. The provided chart below breaks down the values in percentile of Nepal’s top 1 import partners for 2024.

Nepal Top 1 Import Trading Partners
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Data Source: Volza Import Data
Nepal Top 1 Import Trading Partners
Rank Import Trading Partners Shipments
1 India 10,368,276
Data Source: Volza Import Data

Import Data Sample Record

Nepal Import Data Sample Record

Nepal import data covers all important shipping details that are essential for businesses to find importers in Nepal, analyze market trends, and identify potential industries. Nepal trade data contains customs-based details including Date, Importer Name, HS Code, HS Code Description, Commercial Description, Gross Weight, Net Weight, Total Value USD and Origin Country. View Nepal import data sample with complete number of fields available in data.

Nepal Import Fields
Date:
30 Nov 2024
HS Code:
30059040
Quantity:
2,160
Quantity Unit:
PCS
Value FC:
66,960
Value:
HS Description:
Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles (for example, dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or put up in forms or packings for retail sale for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes
Exporter:
Max Surgicals
Importer:
Data Source: Volza Import Data
Nepal Import Fields
S.No Data Fields
1
Date
2
HSN Code
3
Quantity
4
Quantity Unit
5
Value FC
6
Value
7
HSN Description
8
Exporter
9
Importer
Total 72 Fields
Data Source: Volza Import Data

Top 10 Import Ports

Nepal Top 10 Import Ports

Nepal's global import trade operates through over 10 ports. Birgunj stands as the predominant port, handling 3,995,679 import shipments, which constitutes a 39% market share. Kathmandu follows with an 22% share, accounting for 2,209,149 shipments, while Bhairawa contributes a 39.42% market share with its 1,396,312 shipments. For detailed import trade statistics of each port in Nepal, refer to the provided links below. Collectively, these ports underscore the integrated nature of Nepal's trade infrastructure. As the trade data indicates, these crucial import ports facilitate the consistent delivery of essential goods across Nepal.

Nepal Top 10 Import Ports
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Data Source: Volza Import Data
Nepal Top 10 Import Ports
Rank Import Ports Shipments
1

Birgunj

3,995,679
2

Kathmandu

2,209,149
3

Bhairawa

1,396,312
4

Biratnagar

1,159,225
5

Nepalganj

440,887
6

Thoothibari LCS

289,575
7

Kakarbitta

255,481
8

Krishnanagar

219,265
9

Mahendranagar

110,075
10

OP Nepal

60,514
Data Source: Volza Import Data

Import Bill of Lading

Import Shipments of Nepal
10,531,986
Date
30-11-2024
Shipper Name
PISTIS GROUP PVT LTD
Consignee Address
Gadra Road Rajasthan
Weight Unit
PCS
Quantity
2,160
Shipment Origin
India
Port of origin
Raxaul

Datasets

Africa-Central


Africa-East


Africa-North


Africa-South


Africa-West


America-Central


Asia-Central


Asia-East


Asia-South


Asia-Southeast


Asia-West


Australia/Oceania


Europe-East


Europe-North


Europe-South


Europe-West


Middle-East


North America


South America


The Caribbean

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Frequently Asked Questions

What information is included in Nepal Import Data?

Nepal Import Data includes details about imported products, such as their descriptions, HS codes (Harmonized System codes), origins, quantities, values, importers' details, shipment details, and customs duties paid.

How often is the Nepal Import Trade Data updated on Volza.com?

The frequency of updates for Nepal Import Trade Data on Volza.com may vary, but the platform strives to ensure regular updates. The goal is to provide users with the most current and accurate information available. It is recommended to check the platform regularly or contact the Volza.com support team for specific details on data update schedules.

How frequently is the Nepal Import trade data updated on Volza.com?

The Nepal import trade data on Volza.com is regularly updated to provide the most current information available. The website strives to ensure that users have access to the latest import trade data for Nepal.

What types of import trade data can I find on Volza.com?

Volza.com offers a wide range of import trade data for Nepal. You can find data related to various sectors and industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, energy, textiles, and more. The website aims to provide comprehensive information to cater to the diverse needs of users interested in Nepal's import trade.

Why is Nepal Import Data important?

Nepal Import Data plays a crucial role in understanding the country's trade dynamics, economic trends, and market demand. It aids businesses, policymakers, researchers, and investors in making informed decisions related to international trade and investment.

Can I access historical Nepal Import Data?

Yes, historical Nepal Import Data is valuable for tracking changes in import patterns over months or years, identifying seasonality, and understanding long-term trends.