In 2025, U.S. tariffs on imports have risen sharply, and the rug industry has been directly impacted. While countries like India face steep import duties, Nepal enjoys significantly lower rates, giving U.S. buyers an opportunity to secure high-quality rugs at more competitive prices. For buyers seeking reliability and value, NP Rugs offers a trusted source during this period of shifting trade policies.
India’s Rug Industry and Tariff Impact
Recent U.S. tariff changes have hit Indian rug exporters hard. Indian rugs are now subject to tariffs of around 50%, a combination of base duties and additional penalties. This has driven up prices for Indian rugs in the U.S. market, making them less competitive and forcing many importers to reconsider sourcing strategies.
Nepal’s Advantage for Rug Imports
Nepal’s rugs, in contrast, face much lower U.S. tariffs, often around 10%. This difference creates a substantial pricing advantage for Nepalese suppliers. For U.S. buyers, importing from Nepal means reduced costs without compromising on craftsmanship or quality.
NP Rugs as a Reliable Partner
As a leading rug manufacturer and exporter with over 30 years of legacy, NP Rugs Family offers a complete B2B solution for premium and luxury Himalayan hand-knotted rugs.
Headquartered in Kathmandu, we supply to rug dealers, importers, wholesalers, interior designers, architects, hotels, and galleries worldwide.
Our product range spans hand-knotted wool rugs, silk rugs, wool-silk blends, and specialty fibre pieces in both traditional Nepali and contemporary designs, with full customisation options in size, colour, pattern, and shape.
We uphold ethical sourcing, sustainability, and certifications such as GoodWeave and Label Step, ensuring fair trade and no child labour.
With competitive pricing, flexible MOQs, faster lead times, and global shipping, NP Rugs enables U.S. importers to maintain healthy margins while offering their customers artisanal, high-quality rugs that meet the highest standards of craftsmanship and design.
For more information, check out our Wholesale Rugs Page or you can also directly contact us.
Conclusion
The current U.S. tariff environment has made Indian rugs more costly and less attractive to American buyers. Nepal’s lower tariffs offer a timely solution, and NP Rugs stands out as a trusted manufacturer ready to supply high-quality, competitively priced rugs to meet the needs of today’s importers.