Nepal Trade Preference Program Eligible Products

Official Documentation

U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration

The Nepal Trade Preference Program (NTPP) provides duty-free treatment for certain products imported from Nepal. This program is designed to support Nepal's economic development and integration into the global trading system.

Key Information

  • Program established by the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015
  • Provides duty-free treatment for certain products imported from Nepal
  • Currently in effect until December 31, 2025
  • After December 31, 2025, tariffs will return to normal rates (approximately 10% for most products)

Eligible Product Categories

Textiles and Apparel

  • Knitwear
  • Wool products
  • Hemp textiles
  • Organic cotton

Leather Goods

  • Bags
  • Belts
  • Accessories
  • Footwear

Rugs and Carpets

  • Hand-knotted rugs
  • Machine-made carpets
  • Fair trade products

Metal Crafts

  • Home décor
  • Statues
  • Candle holders
  • Jewelry

Handicrafts

  • Lifestyle products
  • Cashmere
  • Pashmina
  • Wooden crafts

Small-batch Manufacturing

  • Private label products
  • Ethical production
  • Custom orders

Official Documentation

For the complete list of eligible products and detailed information about the Nepal Trade Preference Program, please refer to the official documentation from the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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