Department of Commerce Nepal has announced mandatory maximum retail price labelling on imported goods sold in Nepal.
Importers must mandatorily display Maximum Retail Price (MRP) on all imported goods sold in Nepal and issue bills/invoices at the point of sale, with a 15-day preparation period granted from 2082/12/30 (13 April 2026).
Introduction
The Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection (DCSCP), under the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies, has issued a press release following discussions held with representatives of the Nepal Overseas Trade Association on 2082/12/30 (13 April 2026), announcing mandatory MRP labelling on all imported goods sold in Nepal.
The measure has been adopted with the objective of strengthening consumer protection and making market management more transparent.
Key Highlights of Department of Commerce Nepal
- All importers selling goods in Nepal must mandatorily display the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) on every imported product.
- Bills and invoices must be issued at the point of sale for all such goods.
- Importers have been granted 15 days from 2082/12/30 (13 April 2026) to prepare and implement MRP labelling on existing stock.
- Following the expiry of the preparation period, goods found without MRP during market monitoring will be subject to action under prevailing law.
Practical Implications
Importers must immediately review their existing stock and ensure MRP is displayed on all products before the expiry of the 15-day preparation period. Failure to comply will expose importers to regulatory action during market monitoring exercises. Issuance of bills and invoices at the point of sale is equally mandatory and must be implemented without delay.
Snapshot of Notice of Department of Commerce Nepal
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Official Government Resources
- Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection — Official Website
- Official Notice on Maximum Retail Price (MRP), dated 2082/12/30
Conclusion
Department of Commerce Nepal’s MRP labelling announcement highlights the importance of price transparency for imported goods. Importers should review the official notice and verify applicable requirements before selling goods in Nepal.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the MRP rules in Nepal for imported goods?
The notice requires importers to display the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) on every imported product sold in Nepal.
2. Who must display the maximum retail price in Nepal?
Importers selling goods in Nepal must display the MRP on every imported product.
3. Are bills and invoices mandatory when selling imported goods?
Yes. The notice requires bills and invoices to be issued at the point of sale for these goods.
4. How long was the preparation period for MRP labelling?
The notice granted importers 15 days from 13 April 2026 to prepare and implement MRP labelling on existing stock.
5. What happens if imported goods do not display MRP?
According to the approved content, goods found without MRP after the preparation period may be subject to action under prevailing law.
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