Nepal: Company Perspectives – An ITC Series on Non-Tariff Measures (en)

Inadequate export quality infrastructure is seriously affecting Nepalese exporters.

Half of 577 surveyed companies in Nepal (exporters, producers, logistics providers) face difficulties in proving compliance for buyer requirements, due to inadequate testing and certification bodies. The report recommends strengthening Nepal’s quality and customs infrastructure, better engagement with India for transit and trade facilitation, and enhancing the export production capacity of small businesses.