The confectionery and chocolate industry One of the oldest food industries in Iran, the confectionery and chocolate industry is now the second-largest exporter in the country’s food sector after the dairy industry.
The confectionery and chocolate industry benefits from the supply of its raw materials inside the country.
As a result of supporting domestic products and banning the import of foreign products, Iranian producers are now able to meet the needs of the domestic market. This industry is also targeted to boost export to different markets all around the world.
Iran exports sweets and chocolates to 66 countries and annual exports of $1 billion are planned.