The pharmaceutical industry in Iran now is more than ever, imports of medicines over the same period last year were 3,000 tons worth 442 million and 121 thousand dollars according to Pars News,not including the amount of locally manufactured, mostly low-value, high-volume products.
Now, according to Iranian customs, registration of medicines and medical equipment from Customs, in cooperation with the Ministry of Health, Treatment of Medical promptly Customs is done and on the other hand, and importers can the goods before Enter the goods to the customs and apply customs formalities by obtaining permission from the Ministry of Health to take delivery of the goods to the warehouse of their companies when they arrive without delay.
Imports of pharmaceuticals comprised just 5% of sales volume but 38% of the value.
A lack of modern technology means Iran can’t produce the most advanced medicines. Some international pharmaceuticals companies have maintained activity in Iran over the last 5 years, and more are planning on entering the market in the near future.
However, the Iranian government tightly regulates the cost of treatment and has protectionist tariffs defending local manufacturers from foreign competitors. Exceptions are made for advanced technology and drugs that cannot be produced locally.
The Iranian government wants to develop its domestic pharmaceutical capability and is looking for supllier companies which can provide raw materials and companies which are able and willing to transfer technology to Iranian organisations and trading companies.
