Yogurt Pail Production Machine for Iran Market

Iran's food packaging market is valued at approximately USD 6 billion in 2025, with rigid plastic packaging accounting for roughly USD 1.8 billion and growing at 5 to 7% CAGR despite economic challenges. The country's GDP of approximately USD 400 billion supports a population of 88 million with one of the highest per-capita dairy consumption rates in the Middle East. Iran produces over 10 million metric tons of raw milk annually, ranking among the top 10 globally. Major dairy companies including Pegah, Kalleh, Ramak, Mihan, and Damdaran operate large-scale production facilities requiring hundreds of millions of packaging containers annually. The Iranian consumer preference for large-format yogurt containers is deeply rooted in dietary culture, with mast (plain yogurt) and doogh (yogurt drink) serving as everyday accompaniments to meals. Iran's domestic petrochemical industry, anchored by companies like Jam Petrochemical and Maroun Petrochemical, produces PP resin at competitive prices of approximately USD 850 to 1,050 per metric ton, providing a significant raw material cost advantage for local converters. The packaging machinery market is heavily import-dependent, with Chinese equipment gaining significant share as European and American suppliers have withdrawn.

Injection molding machines enter Iran under HS code 8477.10, subject to import duties of approximately 5 to 10% on the CIF value, plus 9% VAT. Iran's import regulations require an ISIRI (Institute of Standards and Industrial Research of Iran) certificate for industrial machinery, which verifies safety and performance compliance. The registration process typically takes 6 to 10 weeks. Food-contact packaging materials must comply with ISIRI standards based on Codex Alimentarius guidelines, specifying migration limits for PP food containers. CE certification on HWAMDA machines is recognized by ISIRI and substantially accelerates the approval process. Iran operates under U.S. secondary sanctions which restrict dollar-denominated transactions, making RMB-based payment channels through Chinese banks the preferred settlement method. HWAMDA has established working payment protocols using Chinese banks with correspondent relationships in Iran, including letters of credit and telegraphic transfers in RMB. All shipping documentation is provided in English and Farsi where required. The Iranian customs process at Bandar Abbas typically requires 7 to 14 working days for clearance of industrial machinery.

For Iranian yogurt pail production, HWAMDA recommends the SPV5-480 (4,800 kN clamping force) with 4-cavity molds for 1.5 to 2-liter pails and the SPV5-550 (5,500 kN clamping force) with 2-cavity molds for 3 to 5-liter formats. The SPV5-480 produces 2-liter yogurt pails at 30 to 35 grams with 0.6 mm wall thickness, achieving 8 to 10 second cycle times for output of 1,440 to 1,800 pails per hour. The servo-hydraulic drive system delivers energy consumption of 1.0 to 1.2 kWh per kilogram processed, critical for managing production costs given Iran's industrial electricity tariffs. The mold features integrated tamper-evident lock geometry, a mandatory requirement for Iranian dairy packaging, with double-stripper demolding for reliable part ejection. SWITEK IML automation provides full-wrap label application for brands requiring premium decoration. The INOVA controller interface can be configured with Farsi-language display screens for operator convenience. HWAMDA's machines operate reliably in Iran's ambient temperature conditions of up to 45 degrees Celsius with appropriately sized cooling systems, and the robust hydraulic system tolerates the voltage fluctuations common in some Iranian industrial zones.

A complete HWAMDA yogurt pail line for the Iranian market, including the SPV5-480 machine, 4-cavity IML mold with tamper-evident features, SWITEK IML system, and auxiliaries, represents a total investment of USD 200,000 to 310,000 CIF Bandar Abbas, payable in RMB equivalent. Iran's low PP resin costs of USD 850 to 1,050 per metric ton, combined with affordable industrial electricity at approximately USD 0.03 to 0.05 per kWh, create highly favorable production economics. Production cost per 2-liter yogurt pail runs approximately USD 0.04 to 0.07, against domestic market selling prices of USD 0.10 to 0.18, supporting gross margins of 45 to 60%. At 85% capacity utilization running three shifts, a single line generates monthly revenue of approximately USD 60,000 to 100,000. Most Iranian operators achieve full return on investment within 10 to 16 months, among the fastest payback periods in any market due to Iran's low input costs and high dairy packaging demand. Equipment cost per pail averages USD 0.002 to 0.004 when amortized over 5 years. HWAMDA offers flexible payment structures including 30% advance payment with 70% against bill of lading via RMB letter of credit.