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Who is a reliable caustic soda supplier and exporter for Iran?
Hurain Engitech & Trade, based in Palanpur, Gujarat, manufactures, wholesales and exports caustic soda to buyers in Iran, including Bandar Imam Khomeini, Asaluyeh, Bandar Abbas. We quote FOB, CFR or CIF Bandar Abbas with about 7–15 days sea transit and full export documents.
Why Iran needs caustic soda
Iran has one of the Middle East's largest industrial bases, with oil, gas and petrochemicals in the south, and steel, cement, vehicle and pharmaceutical industries around Tehran, Isfahan and Tabriz. Bandar Abbas is the main port.
Caustic soda, phosphoric acid and citric acid are used continuously in oil neutralisation, degumming and many process industries.
Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals in Iran
Petrochemical zones at Asaluyeh and Bandar Imam Khomeini need alloy piping and seals.
In Iran, petrochemical complexes and fertiliser plants buy caustic soda from us mainly for edible oil neutralisation and degumming and soap and detergent manufacturing.
Who buys caustic soda: Petrochemical complexes · Fertiliser plants · Speciality chemical makers · Chemical distributors
Edible oil milling & refining in Iran
Iran crushes and refines oilseeds for its domestic market. Refineries need activated bleaching clay and filter aid on a predictable schedule; mills need conveyors and bearings; packers need barrels and PET preforms.
In Iran, oilseed crushing mills and solvent extraction plants buy caustic soda from us mainly for food and beverage and pharmaceuticals.
Who buys caustic soda: Oilseed crushing mills · Solvent extraction plants · Edible oil refineries · Oil packers
FMCG, beverages & packaging in Iran
Bottlers and consumer brands in Iran import PET preforms, HDPE bottles and barrels, and glass packaging. Shipping preforms instead of finished bottles cuts freight per unit dramatically.
In Iran, beverage & water bottlers and food processors buy caustic soda from us mainly for textile processing and water treatment.
Who buys caustic soda: Beverage & water bottlers · Food processors · Personal-care brands · Chemical packers
Pharmaceuticals & healthcare in Iran
Healthcare packaging buyers in Iran want UV-protective amber glass, tamper-evident closures and consistent neck finishes that run cleanly on their filling lines.
In Iran, pharma manufacturers and nutraceutical brands buy caustic soda from us mainly for edible oil neutralisation and degumming and soap and detergent manufacturing.
Who buys caustic soda: Pharma manufacturers · Nutraceutical brands · Laboratories · Hospitals
Typical uses: Edible oil neutralisation and degumming · Soap and detergent manufacturing · Food and beverage · Pharmaceuticals · Textile processing · Water treatment.
Top 5 cities for caustic soda in Iran
Ranked by how closely each city's industries match the buyers of caustic soda. Every city links to its own page with local delivery details.
- 01Caustic Soda in Bandar Imam Khomeiniport: Bandar Imam KhomeiniPetrochemical special economic zone and bulk grain port.Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals
- 02Caustic Soda in Asaluyehvia Bandar Abbas · 2 days by roadOnshore processing hub for the South Pars gas field.Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals
- 03Caustic Soda in Bandar Abbasport: Bandar AbbasShahid Rajaee port, Iran's main container gateway, with a refinery and steel and aluminium plants.Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals
- 04Caustic Soda in Mashhadvia Bandar Abbas · 3 days by roadEastern pilgrimage city with food processing and a large bazaar.FMCG, beverages & packaging
- 05Caustic Soda in Tehranvia Bandar Abbas · 2 days by road or railThe capital and largest market, with vehicle, pharmaceutical and appliance industries.Pharmaceuticals & healthcare
Importing caustic soda into Iran: local guide
Practical facts for buyers in Iran — working days, time difference, customs system, trade-agreement duty and the seasons to plan around.
| Weekend | Friday (Thursday half-day in many offices) |
|---|---|
| Our office hours in your time | 07:30–17:00 Iran time (09:30–19:00 IST), Monday to Saturday |
| Country calling code | +98 (our WhatsApp: +91 87809 43729) |
| Business languages | Persian; we correspond in English |
| Currency | Iranian rial (IRR); quotations in USD |
| Trade agreement with India | No India-specific trade agreement; standard (MFN) duty applies |
| Plan orders around | Ramadan and the Eid holidays (dates move about 11 days earlier each year), when working hours shorten and clearance can slow |
Caustic Soda specifications for Iran
Typical specification range for refinery chemicals; exact values are confirmed per order and matched to Iran's import requirements.
| Caustic soda | Flakes / pearls, NaOH ≥ 98–99% |
|---|---|
| Citric acid | Anhydrous and monohydrate, 99.5–100.5% |
| Grades | Industrial and food / pharma grade |
| Packing | 25 kg bags; jumbo bags; palletised |
Standards: IS 252 (caustic soda), BP / USP / FCC (citric acid) or the standard your project specifies. Check current international sanctions, banking channels (including INR trade) and ISIRI standard requirements before ordering.
Price, duties & landed cost in Iran
| Quotation currency | USD (EUR on request); you pay in Iranian rial (IRR) through your bank |
|---|---|
| Incoterms | EXW, FOB Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat), CFR or CIF Bandar Abbas |
| Import taxes | Customs duty plus VAT or sales tax under the national tariff |
| Import conformity | Check current international sanctions, banking channels (including INR trade) and ISIRI standard requirements before ordering. |
| Export documents | Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading; test certificates / COA where applicable |
| Payment | 50% advance with order confirmation and 50% before dispatch against export documents; L/C at sight can be discussed for larger orders. |
Packing for shipment to Iran
Powders are packed in 25 kg laminated HDPE or paper bags with PE liners, or in 500–1000 kg jumbo bags, palletised and stretch-wrapped. Hazardous chemicals carry UN-approved packing, labels and DG declarations.