GCC / Middle East

Iran

Tier 1: Major MarketHalal certification required

$80B
Halal market: 98%
Muslim population: 86M
Muslims: 6.0%
Yearly growth

Market Overview

Total Population: 88M
Muslim Population: 86M (98%)
Halal Market Size: $80B
Market Growth (CAGR): 6.0%
GDP (USD): $365B
Ease of Business Rank: #127

Regulatory Framework

Halal Authority: INSO (Institute of Standards & Industrial Research of Iran)
Certification Required

Iran at a glance

ISO Code: IR
Region: GCC / Middle East
Market Tier: Tier 1
Cert. Required: Yes
Market Size: $80B

Market Statistics

Population

88M

Muslims

86M

Muslim %

98%

CAGR

6.0%

Market Size

$80B

Official Authority

INSO (Institute of Standards & Industrial Research of Iran)

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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

Industry

Top Halal Sectors

Food & BeveragesIslamic FinancePharmaceuticalsCosmetics

Key Organisations

INSO (Institute of Standards)

Standards authority

ICCIMA

Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines & Agriculture

Iran Halal Research Centre

Halal R&D

Trade Intelligence

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

Key Trade Agreements

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

Consumer Insights

Halal Awareness: Very High
E-Commerce Adoption: Moderate — domestic platforms (Digikala)
Cold Chain Maturity: Moderate
Dining Scene: Widespread — 100% effective (alcohol prohibited)
Halal Food Availability: Universal

Key Trends

•Organic halal growing
•Export push for saffron & dried fruits

Key Ports & Airports

Bandar AbbasImam Khomeini PortTehran IKA Airport

Halal Certifiers in Iran

Institute of Standards and Industrial Research of Iran

ISIRI

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Halal Certification Rules

Certification: Mandatory ✓
Authority: INSO (Institute of Standards & Industrial Research of Iran)
Import Requirements: Must comply with Iranian halal standards; imports heavily restricted by sanctions regime

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