Iran, renowned for its rich history, culture, and abundant natural resources, is famous for a wide range of exceptional products. From luxurious Persian rugs to high-quality saffron, Iran’s offerings are treasured worldwide, including in India. Recently, interest in Iranian goods has surged in India, driven by their superior quality, distinctiveness, and cultural charm. Let’s explore the variety of Iranian products that are increasingly making their presence felt in the Indian market.
In the fiscal year 2018-19, India and Iran witnessed a robust bilateral trade growth of 23.7%, peaking at US$17.03 billion, primarily fueled by mineral oil and fuel imports. However, the trend sharply reversed post May 2019 following the lapse of the US oil sanction waiver, plunging bilateral trade to US$4.77 billion in FY20. This decline has significantly impacted India’s exports to Iran, plummeting by 42% to US$2.2 billion in 2020. With exports further halving to US$100.20 million by January 2021, concerns over depleting rupee reserves and payment delays have exacerbated the trade challenges between the two nations.
Iran’s exports to India encompass a diverse range of products, from organic chemicals to mineral fuels and edible fruits. This comprehensive list highlights the significant trade relationship between the two nations:
India’s exports to Iran encompass a diverse range of goods, from agricultural products like rice and sugar to industrial commodities such as machinery and chemicals. This comprehensive list underscores the significant trade partnership between the two nations:
Iran has diversified its manufacturing sector, producing various goods including cars, electronics, machinery, paper, steel, food items, textiles, and medicines.
Iran's recent exports include ethylene polymers, refined copper, acyclic alcohols, raw aluminum, and petroleum gas. These exports are primarily shipped to China, Turkey, Kuwait, Pakistan, and India.
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