Iran

Market Overview

Halal Authority: INSO (Institute of Standards & Industrial Research of Iran)
Certification Required: Yes — Mandatory
Key Legislation: Constitution of Islamic Republic; INSO halal standards (ISIRI 8442, 2808 series)
Import Requirements: Must comply with Iranian halal standards; imports heavily restricted by sanctions regime
Labeling Requirements: Arabic halal mark required; INSO halal mark for certified products

Food & BeveragesIslamic FinancePharmaceuticalsCosmetics

Standards authority

ICCIMA

Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines & Agriculture

Iran Halal Research Centre

Halal R&D

Top Halal Exports: Saffron, pistachios, dried fruits, carpets, petrochemicals, steel (to OIC neighbors)
Top Halal Imports: Wheat, corn, oilseeds, meat (limited due to sanctions)
Government Incentives: State-directed economy; tax exemptions in SEZs; government subsidies for agricultural halal products
FDI Rules: Restricted by sanctions; limited foreign investment

ECO (Economic Cooperation Organization)Bilateral deals with Russia, China

Bandar AbbasImam Khomeini PortTehran IKA Airport

Population

88M

Muslims

86M

Muslim %

98%

CAGR

6.0%

Market Size

$80B

INSO (Institute of Standards & Industrial Research of Iran)