Cargo for Nepal lands at Road via Birgunj ICD. Combine this unit with other equipment in one container to bring the freight per item down. The same service covers Kathmandu and Pokhara. It suits airport lounges, hotel kitchens and resort kitchens in Nepal.
Buffet Counter cost in Nepal
The base model costs ₹1,19,000 ex-works (≈ NPR 188,889) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Nepal by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | NPR | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | NPR 188,889 | ₹1,19,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | NPR 27,889 | ₹17,570 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.4 CBM) | NPR 11,800 | ₹7,434 |
| Marine insurance | NPR 1,257 | ₹792 |
| CIF Road via Birgunj ICD | NPR 229,835 | ₹1,44,796 |
| Import duty (Nepal tariff) | NPR 11,492 | ₹7,240 |
| Import VAT / GST 13% | NPR 31,373 | ₹19,765 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | NPR 8,849 | ₹5,575 |
| Estimated landed cost | NPR 281,549 | ₹1,77,376 |
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.
What the standard model includes
| Standard model | 8 ft, hot wells + cold well, sneeze guard |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8419.81 |
| Packed volume / weight | 1.4 CBM · 140 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in Nepal | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; LPG |
| Standards | NBSM |
Sizes and options we build
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
- Gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions
- Number of burners or tanks and their ratings
- SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops
- Flame-failure devices, piezo ignition and thermostats
Where the buffet counter is used in Nepal
Related kitchen types we equip in Nepal:
Shipping, customs and installation for Nepal
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 Nepal buyers work with us
- Export readySeaworthy crating, HS-coded invoices, certificate of origin and documents for customs.
- Spares and serviceBurners, valves, castors and filters stocked; service by our team in India and partners abroad.
- Own factoryBuilt at our MIDC Pawane, Navi Mumbai plant: you deal with the manufacturer, not a trader.
- SS 304 as standardFood-contact surfaces in SS 304, with SS 316 for coastal, marine and chemical environments.
FAQs: Buffet Counter in Nepal
What does a buffet counter cost delivered to Nepal?
The ex-works price is ₹1,19,000 (about NPR 188,889). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Road via Birgunj ICD with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly NPR 281,549. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Nepal 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 buffet counter 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.
Which standards does the equipment meet?
We design for NBSM. Ask us which certificates are available for this model before ordering.
Do you have a dealer in Nepal?
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.
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.