Export Iron ore from Pakistan to Nepal
Nepal has not published recent import figures for iron ore (HS 2601), so we estimate the market from what Pakistan and India sell there: US$2.6M in 2025. Pakistan supplied US$0K and India US$2.6M.
Because the market size is an estimate, treat the score as a rough guide. Pakistan's total sales to Nepal fell 73% between 2020 and 2025, which means exporters should expect more work to win trust.
On our opportunity score, Nepal rates 19 out of 100 (niche) and ranks 8th of 9 markets for this product. Next step: check demand directly with importers or through a trade office before committing to samples or a trade fair, and list iron ore so buyers in Nepal can find you.
- Opportunity score
- 19/100 (Niche)
- From Pakistan (2025)
- US$0M
- From India (2025)
- US$2.63M
- Market size
- US$2.63M (estimated)
- Check before you export
- Nepal is landlocked and most goods transit through India, which adds cost and lead time for Pakistani suppliers.
- Check before you export
- Nepal has not published recent import statistics to UN Comtrade, so market sizes are not shown.
How much iron ore does Nepal import?
Nepal has not reported recent import figures for HS 2601. Based on Pakistan's and India's sales, the market is at least US$2.6M a year.
Does Pakistan export iron ore to Nepal?
Pakistan reported no exports of iron ore to Nepal in 2025, so this is a new market for Pakistani suppliers.
How does Pakistan compare with India in Nepal for iron ore?
India leads: US$2.6M against Pakistan's US$0K in 2025, a gap of US$2.6M.
How can I start exporting iron ore to Nepal?
Confirm your HS code, check Nepal's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Nepal as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Nepal Global Trade profile explain the next steps.