We ship to buyers across Nepal, including Pokhara. We ship LCL from 1 CBM or full containers and coordinate with your clearing agent at Road via Birgunj ICD. In Kathmandu it is a common choice for corporate cafeterias, industrial canteens and police messs.
How much does a bain marie cost in Kathmandu?
The base model costs ₹50,500 ex-works (≈ NPR 80,159) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Kathmandu by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | NPR | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | NPR 80,159 | ₹50,500 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | NPR 24,627 | ₹15,515 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.0 CBM) | NPR 8,429 | ₹5,310 |
| Marine insurance | NPR 622 | ₹392 |
| CIF Road via Birgunj ICD | NPR 113,837 | ₹71,717 |
| Import duty (Nepal tariff) | NPR 5,692 | ₹3,586 |
| Import VAT / GST 13% | NPR 15,538 | ₹9,789 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | NPR 6,322 | ₹3,983 |
| Estimated landed cost | NPR 141,389 | ₹89,075 |
Estimate based on rates as of October 2026. Duties and freight change often; your customs broker confirms the final figure. Use the landed cost calculator for multiple items.
Specifications
| Standard model | 4 well GN 1/1, wet or dry heat, thermostat, SS 304 |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8419.81 |
| Packed volume / weight | 0.8 CBM · 70 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in Nepal | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; LPG |
| Standards | NBSM |
Build it to your kitchen
- Number of burners or tanks and their ratings
- Gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions
- Flame-failure devices, piezo ignition and thermostats
- SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
Kitchens in Kathmandu that use a bain marie
Related kitchen types we equip in Kathmandu:
Shipping, customs and installation for Kathmandu
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Road via Birgunj ICD (about 8–12 by road days). You receive the commercial invoice with HS codes, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. Installation is done by your contractor using our drawings and video support, or by our technicians on a site visit for larger projects.
Why order from Fabrrinox Potnis
- SS 304 as standardFood-contact surfaces in SS 304, with SS 316 for coastal, marine and chemical environments.
- Own factoryBuilt at our MIDC Pawane, Navi Mumbai plant: you deal with the manufacturer, not a trader.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
FAQs: Bain Marie in Kathmandu
What does a bain marie cost delivered to Kathmandu?
The ex-works price is ₹50,500 (about NPR 80,159). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Road via Birgunj ICD with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly NPR 141,389. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Kathmandu take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Road via Birgunj ICD is about 8–12 by road days, plus customs clearance. We share the bill of lading, invoice, packing list and certificate of origin before the vessel arrives.
What HS code and import duty apply in Nepal?
We ship the bain marie under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for Nepal uses: Nepal tariff. Import VAT/GST of 13% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
What are the payment terms?
Usually 30% advance and 70% against copy of the bill of lading, or an irrevocable letter of credit at sight.
Is there a minimum order quantity?
No fixed minimum. Small orders ship as LCL (shared container) from 1 CBM; above about 15 CBM a full 20 ft container is usually cheaper.
Do you have a dealer in Kathmandu?
We are appointing authorised dealers and distributors in Nepal. Until then we supply directly from the factory. If you sell kitchen equipment, see our distributor programme.