How Nepal’s tile makers have gained ground against Chinese and Indian imports
Summary
Nepal’s domestic tile makers are gaining ground against Chinese and Indian imports by offering faster delivery and certified quality. Lumbini Ceramics has expanded production of fully vitrified and porcelain tiles and even begun exporting to Uttar Pradesh.
Key Points
- Tile Wars analyzed how Nepal’s ceramic tile sector is competing with imports from China and India.
- Lumbini Ceramics produces Laminar fully vitrified tiles in Gulariya, Bardiya, and has started exporting to Uttar Pradesh.
- Faster delivery times and product certification have helped local manufacturers win more business from retailers and contractors.
- The Nepal Bureau of Standards and Metrology has certified several domestic tile lines and companies under the ceramic tile standard.
