Karex Berhad, the world’s largest manufacturer of condoms, has announced that prices for its products may rise by 30 percent or more as the ongoing conflict in Iran continues to disrupt global supply chains.
The Malaysia-based company produces more than five billion condoms annually and supplies major brands such as Durex and Trojan.
Company officials cited rising costs of essential raw materials and logistics as the main reason behind the expected price increase.
The conflict has created major disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route for oil and petrochemical supplies.
Condom production depends heavily on petroleum-derived materials such as silicone oil for lubrication, ammonia for preserving latex, and plastics for packaging.
Shipping delays have also worsened the situation, with deliveries to major markets like Europe and the United States now taking nearly two months instead of one.
This has caused low stock levels among distributors and a sharp increase in global demand as buyers rush to secure supply.
The company says it may have no choice but to pass the increased costs on to consumers if instability in the Middle East continues.
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