Nepal - Computers and PeripheralsNepal - Computers and Peripherals

Overview

U.S. computers and peripheral equipment remain competitive in the local market due to consumer preference and loyalty.  Leading U.S. companies in this sector are represented through their authorized distributors and representatives in Nepal.  In view of market size, volatility of sales, and legal restrictions in opening local sales outlets, U.S. companies are advised to hire a distributor/representative.

Exports/Imports of Computers and Peripherals (U. S. $ thousands)

	2014	2015	2016	2017 (Estimated)
Total Local Production	0	0	0	0
Total Exports	0	0	0	0
Total Imports	111,500.22	92,377.49	108,879.05
Imports from the US	3,669.43	2,324.70	4,223.58
Total Market Size	111,500.22	92,377.49	108,879.05	125,000.00
Exchange Rates	98.55	99.79	106.65	107.92

(total market size = (total local production + imports) - exports)
Total Imports:  Trade and Export Promotion Center, Nepal
Imports from U.S.:  Trade and Export Promotion Center, Nepal
Note: Computer hardware and peripheral equipment manufactured in the United          States is mostly shipped via Hong Kong and Singapore and therefore is not reflected in   import figures.  While reported imports of U.S. products are low, the volume may be         higher due to third-country transshipments.

Leading Sub-Sectors

• Computer components
• Hardware
• Monitors
• Laptop computers
• Uninterrupted power sources
• Servers

Opportunities

Total annual imports of computer hardware range from $70 million to $90 million, generally involving goods transshipped through Hong Kong or Singapore. In recent years, the demand for laptop computers has increased significantly.  The Computer Association of Nepal held its 24th annual InfoTech show, a computer and IT trade event held annually for more than twenty years, in January 2018 and attracted over 350,000 visitors with tablets, PCs, and netbooks as major features at the event.

Web Resources

• United States International Trade Commission
• Trade and Economic Promotion Center, Nepal
• Computer Association of Nepal

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