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
- 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
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