Export HS Code 4408 (Sheets For Veneering (including Those Obtained By Slicing La...) to Nepal

Exporting sheets for veneering (including those obtained by slicing laminated wood), for plywood or for similar laminated wood and other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded, spliced or end-jointed, of a thickness not exceeding 6 m (HS Code 4408) from India to Nepal requires attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations. Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both DGFT export regulations and Nepal's import requirements.

Key considerations include proper classification under HS 4408, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards or certifications required by Nepal. Payment terms commonly used include Letter of Credit (L/C), Documents against Payment (D/P), and advance payment.

Shipping from India to Nepal typically takes 5–15 days by sea, depending on the port of origin and destination. Major Indian ports serving this route include JNPT (Mumbai), Mundra, and Chennai.