How import duty is calculated for China goods
Duty base, rates by HS code, and a worked example of how charges add up.
Import duty in Nepal is a percentage of the assessed customs value, usually the CIF value (cost, insurance and freight to the Nepal border). The percentage depends on the product's HS code.
Example structure: assessed value + customs duty + excise (if any) = VAT base; VAT at 13% is then added. We calculate this for each item in your quote using current rates.
Key points
Customs value
Transaction value plus freight and insurance to the border.
Rate by HS code
Set in the customs tariff; ranges from low rates on inputs to high rates on finished luxury goods.
Stacked taxes
Excise and VAT are calculated after duty.
Rate changes
Check rates each fiscal year after the budget.
Frequently asked questions
Are duty rates fixed?
No. Nepal's customs tariff and tax rates are set in the annual Finance Act and can change each fiscal year. We confirm the current rate for your HS code when we quote.
Can you handle the import for me?
Yes. Our import service covers documents, customs clearance and delivery, so you do not need to manage each step yourself.
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