Tires

• Types of Tires and Rubber:

  • Tires are categorized based on structure, pattern, and application.
  • In terms of structure, tires are classified into radial and diagonal types. Radial tires, with layers perpendicular to the tire axis, offer better quality, lifespan, driving, and fuel efficiency compared to diagonal tires, where layers are angled.
  • Pattern-wise, tires can be smooth, treaded, or a combination. Smooth tires are suitable for smooth and dry roads, treaded tires designed for rough and snowy terrains, and combination tires are versatile for diverse road conditions.
  • Application-based, tires include passenger, heavy-duty, all-season, winter, summer, run-flat tires, etc., each designed for specific conditions.

• Price Range and Packaging Variety:

  • Tire and rubber prices depend on usage, dimensions, pattern, brand, and quality.
  • Examples of average prices for passenger and heavy-duty tires in Iran (2023):
    • Passenger Tire 185/65 R14: Approximately 15 million Iranian Rials (domestic market) and $100 FOB Bandar Bushehr.
    • Passenger Tire 215/65 R16: Around 25 million Iranian Rials (domestic market) and $150 FOB Bandar Abbas.
    • Heavy-duty Tire 10.00 R20: Roughly 50 million Iranian Rials (domestic market) and $250 FOB Imam Khomeini Port.
    • Heavy-duty Tire 12.00 R24: Approximately 70 million Iranian Rials (domestic market) and $300 FOB Chabahar Port..

• Why Iran:

  •  Sanctions: Western sanctions on Russia have limited its imports of tires from some major European and American manufacturers. This has created an opportunity for Iranian tire makers to enter the Russian market.
  •  Price Competitiveness: Iranian tires are generally cheaper than those produced in Europe or the United States. This can make them attractive to Russian businesses and consumers.
  •  Quality: The quality of Iranian tires has been improving in recent years. Some Russian companies are now willing to source tires from Iran, particularly for budget-conscious consumers.

• Production Volume and Advantages in Iran:

  • Annual tire and rubber production in Iran ranges from 21 to 27 million units.
  • Advantages of tire and rubber production in Iran include access to domestic and regional markets, reduced dependency on imports, job creation, enhanced quality, technology improvement, competition with foreign brands, and increased exports.

• Export Regulations for Tires and Rubber in Iran:

  • Export regulations in Iran involve adherence to safety, quality, and fuel consumption standards, registration of information in the comprehensive trade system, obtaining a license from the National Standards Organization of Iran, compliance with customs tariffs, and relevant regulations.

• Iranian Tire Manufacturers:

  • Notable domestic tire manufacturers in Iran include:
    • Alborz Tire Manufacturing Company: Established in 1958, producing passenger, heavy-duty, agricultural, and industrial tires.
    • Iran Tire Company: Founded in 1974, manufacturing passenger, heavy-duty, agricultural, and industrial tires.
    • Barzagostar Industrial Group: Established in 1984 as Kerman Tire Industries Complex, producing passenger, heavy-duty, agricultural, and industrial tires.
    • Kavir Tire: Founded in 1998 with technical knowledge transferred from Pars Tire and Matador Slovakia, manufacturing passenger, heavy-duty, agricultural, and industrial tires.

This information provides insights into the tire and rubber industry in Iran, covering types, prices, market dynamics, and export considerations. The industry’s production capacity, advantages, and key players contribute to Iran’s position in the global market.