Dabur Nepal has been named the largest producer and exporter in Nepal, and another company, Arihanta Multi-fibre, has been recognised as the single largest employer. These and 18 other export-oriented companies are to be recognised as Commercially Important Persons (CIPs). The CIPs among garment exporters are Cotton Comfort, Momento Apparels and Shangrila International. Among the carpet exporters, the first three carpet industries are Paramount, Samling and Pumori. Likewise, Exclusive Fabrick Industries has become the top exporter of woollen and pashmina goods. Others recognised are Narayani Leather Manufacturing Industry, Asiatic Traders and Exports (handicrafts), Nepal Lever (soaps and toothpaste) and Arihanta Multi-fibre Ltd (jute and jute products). The government has also named six importers of garments and carpets as CIPs.