- Pricier condoms show war is impacting cost of nearly everything Sydney Morning Herald —
- World’s top condom maker warns of shortages and price increase as Iran war hits supply chain The Independent —
- Condom prices could rise 30% due to Iran war, says world’s top producer Irish Times —
- Condom prices to surge by 30% as world's largest manufacturer warns Iran war is 'disrupting production' LBC —
- War disruption forces world’s biggest condom maker to raise prices by up to 30% Financial Times —
- World's biggest condom maker to raise prices due to Iran war BBC News —
- Condom prices could rise 30% due to Iran war, says world’s top producer Karex The Guardian —
- Iran war has boosted costs of energy, food and now condoms The Japan Times —
Condom Prices to Rise 30%
Karex, which produces over 5 billion condoms annually for brands like Durex and Trojan, says the war on Iran has made production increasingly difficult.
The surge in energy costs and shipping delays through the Strait of Hormuz are being passed on to consumers globally.
State health systems, including Britain's NHS, are expected to face higher procurement costs as a result.
Industry experts warn that the price increase could lead to shortages in some regions, impacting global public health efforts.
Karex
Malaysian condom manufacturer
Malaysian condom manufacturer
Middle East
Geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran
Geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran
Durex
Brand of condoms and lubricants
Brand of condoms and lubricants
Trojan
Male given name
Male given name