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Asterisk Intl Services is a leading fair trade company in Nepal, committed to ethical production, sustainable sourcing, and social responsibility. As one of Nepal’s largest felt products manufacturers exporting to 25+ countries, we work with skilled local artisans to produce high-quality handmade felt items at scale. We also serve international markets as a reliable felt products producer and exporter from Nepal, ensuring fair wages, transparent processes, and long-term value for our global partners. Our role as a trusted fair trade manufacturer reflects our dedication to ethical business practices, authentic craftsmanship, and empowering Nepalese communities through responsible felt production.
Asterisk International Services symbolizes creativity and imagination without limits. It represents our commitment to the people and the planet, promoting ethical production and sustainable practices across all borders.
Established in 2010, Asterisk began as a family-run handicraft company with a mission to empower marginalized communities in Nepal. We focus on providing employment opportunities to underprivileged groups, especially women and ethnic minorities, and supporting them with health care, education, and skill development.
Starting with a small team of family members and women artisans, Asterisk has grown to 600 employees, with 75% women. We also collaborate with two local producer groups to source high-quality felt and natural products. Our team represents diverse social, religious, and ethnic backgrounds from across Nepal.
Asterisk exports high-quality handmade felt products to major international markets including:
USA, UK, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Latvia, Japan, Australia, Denmark, and many emerging markets worldwide.
We manufacture and export a wide range of felt products, including:
Felt balls & felt ball rugs
Felt purses, bags, and wallets
Felt shoes & slippers
Felt hats & garlands
Felt animals & toys
Felt Christmas items & holiday decor
Felt hobby crafts and felt yarns
Tibetan singing bowls and incense
All our products are environmentally friendly, sustainable, and customizable in color and design.
Asterisk is committed to quality production and timely delivery. We work closely with our buyers to promote sustainable practices and ensure ethical supply chain standards for the benefit of people and the planet.
Asterisk International Services manufactures high-quality handmade wool felt products and natural organic goods, creating sustainable economic opportunities for marginalized communities. We are committed to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction through ethical and eco-friendly production practices.
To become the leading felt products producer and exporter from Nepal, recognized globally for international quality and fair trade values.
Produce high-quality felt products through continuous improvement and quality control systems
Design and develop new felt products for international buyers
Create employment opportunities for underprivileged and marginalized communities, especially women and differently-abled people
Build and enhance the capacity of local artisans and producers
Conduct research for the scientific development and application of wool and natural products
We strictly prohibit child labor, forced labor, or any form of indentured labor
We support and protect internationally proclaimed human rights
We do not practice discrimination of any kind
We uphold freedom of association and collective bargaining
We promote precautionary approaches to protect the environment
Our workplaces are smoke-free and alcohol-free zones
We ensure a safe and healthy working environment
Browse our exquisite collection of handcrafted treasures, sourced directly from artisans around the globe. Our affiliated partners ensure authenticity, quality, and a diverse range of cultural influences, allowing you to discover unique pieces that tell stories of tradition and craftsmanship. Explore our curated selection today and support skilled artisans worldwide.
Principles of UN Global Compact
We are a valued member in several organizations.