Nepal Trade Data
Nepal Import Export Data, Nepal Shipment Data
2021 Nepal Imports
2021 Nepal Exports
Nepal is a landlocked South Asian economy with a significant structural trade deficit. Major exports include palm oil (HS 15), textiles and carpets (HS 57), iron & steel products (HS 72-73), tea (HS 09), and medicinal herbs. India is the overwhelmingly dominant trading partner, accounting for over 60% of Nepal's total trade, followed by China, the UAE, and the United States. Imports are concentrated in petroleum (HS 27), machinery (HS 84), vehicles (HS 87), iron & steel (HS 72), electronics (HS 85), and food products. Nepal applies HS 2022 with 8-digit codes under the Nepal Customs Tariff, administered by the Department of Customs, Nepal, within the SAFTA, WTO framework. Trade figures on this page are based on Nepal's official national statistics, published after a full year of data has been collected and verified. For the latest 2026 shipment-level customs records, updated monthly as customs authorities release new filings, subscribe on the TradeInt platform.
Nepal Import Trade Summary
Based on complete annual trade statistics. Weekly/Monthly-updated 2026 Nepal trade records available on TradeInt.
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What is Nepal's Top Import Product Sector based on Nepal trade data?
Nepal import data 2021 shows the country's import demand concentrated in Mineral Products (16.1%), based on verified Nepal trade data and shipment records provided by TradeInt. In 2021, Nepal as a global importer, ranks at 79 / 149, with a total import value of US$ 15.76B.
Top 3 Nepal Import Product Sector 2021:
Mineral Products
Imported at US$ 2.54B , accounting for 16.1% of total imports
Machines
Imported at US$ 2.24B , accounting for 14.2% of total imports
Metals
Imported at US$ 2.06B , accounting for 13.1% of total imports
What are Nepal's recent 3 years of YoY change in import trade growth?
2021 vs 2020
Import trade grew by +92.3% , from US$ 8.20B to US$ 15.76B
2020 vs 2019
Import trade declined by -30.9% , from US$ 11.86B to US$ 8.20B
2019 vs 2018
Import trade declined by -3.3% , from US$ 12.26B to US$ 11.86B
2021 Nepal Imports
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What are Nepal top 3 import products by HS codes in 2021?
Top 1 Import Product by HS Code 2021: HS 27 (US$ 2.40B)
Top 2 Import Product by HS Code 2021: HS 72 (US$ 1.49B)
Top 3 Import Product by HS Code 2021: HS 84 (US$ 1.23B)
Who are Nepal top 3 import trade partners in 2021?
Top 1 Import Trade Partner 2021: India (US$ 9.58B)
Top 2 Import Trade Partner 2021: China (US$ 2.38B)
Top 3 Import Trade Partner 2021: Argentina (US$ 451.69M)
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Nepal Shipping Data & Logistics Records
How to use Nepal shipping data to track inbound trade routes, shipment volumes, and logistics-level import activity across sea, land, and air?
- Search shipping records by carrier, route, transport mode, origin, destination, and shipment period.
- Track shipment volumes and movements entering Nepal to understand logistics-level import demand.
- Monitor route-level shipping frequency and consistency to gauge trade momentum and market activity.
- Use shipping data to detect which trade lanes and product corridors show growing logistics footprint.
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Nepal Trade Route Insights & Shipping Analytics
How to use Nepal shipping data to analyse inbound shipping trends, route concentration, and demand signals?
- Visualise shipping activity by origin, carrier, shipment volume, and time period.
- Compare inbound trade routes to identify logistics concentration, seasonal shifts, and emerging supply corridors.
- Detect changes in freight volume and direction linked to market demand and import growth.
- Turn shipping records into logistics intelligence for market sensing, demand validation, and entry planning.
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Nepal Trading Company & Import Partner Intelligence
How to use Nepal shipping data to identify importers, trading companies, and logistics partners?
- Discover companies linked to shipping records for inbound cargo where trader data is available.
- Track which entities receive shipments through Nepal's key logistics corridors.
- Identify potential import partners based on shipping lane presence, volume patterns, and route activity.
- Support market entry, distributor search, and buyer outreach with shipping-based commercial intelligence.
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Nepal Import Export Trade Data Coverage
Nepal Import Data
How can Nepal import data help businesses validate market demand, identify active importers, and discover buyer opportunities?
- Access detailed Nepal shipment records covering consumer goods, industrial inputs, and fast-growing demand categories.
- View traded product value, descriptions, and shipping details across high-growth and volume-driven import sectors.
- Identify active importers and buyers driving product demand in Nepal's expanding market.
- Discover buyer-supplier networks and market entry opportunities linked to rising consumption and industrial growth.
Nepal Export Data
How can Nepal export data help businesses identify international buyers and track export growth potential?
- Search by Nepal exporter names, potential buyers, and HS codes across textile, agricultural, and industrial product lines.
- Filter trade records by product descriptions, ports, and trade attributes tied to Nepal's export sectors.
- Identify new international buyers and emerging market opportunities for Nepal's growth-driven exports.
- Analyse Nepal's export flow, product expansion patterns, and cross-border trading activity.
Nepal Trade Data Analytics
How can Nepal trade data analytics uncover demand trends, product growth, and market entry insights?
- Apply big data analysis on Nepal historical trade records across consumer, industrial, and agricultural sectors.
- Track Nepal import-export trends by importer, exporter, and HS code for demand-driven and growth-market trade.
- Analyse YoY and MoM trade trends, product categories, and country ports linked to market expansion corridors.
- Evaluate country-wise trade flows and transport modes to understand demand structure and seasonal patterns.
- Identify top-performing demand categories and market entry opportunities in Nepal.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nepal Trade Data
What are the major import and export products of Nepal in 2021?
On the export side, the leading export product is Animal or vegetable fats, oils and waxes (HS 15) with a total export value of US$ 890.97M, contributing significantly to the total export value of US$ 1.66B. Key export categories also include Animal and Vegetable Bi-Products.
These product rankings help businesses understand market demand patterns, sourcing opportunities, and competitive strengths in Nepal. For more granular product-level analysis, additional ranking filters are available within the TradeInt platform.
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