Corn Tops Iran's Essential Goods Imports in Three Quarters

The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration has published a new report on imported essential goods during the first nine months of the current Iranian year (March 21-Dec. 21, 2019).
According to the report, corn topped the list of imported essential goods in terms of value, as the country imported 5.92 million tons of the staple worth $1.48 billion during the period to register a 4.4% decline in tonnage but a 2.4% growth in value compared with last year’s corresponding period, Mehr News Agency reported.
Next on the list in terms of value were pharmaceuticals and medical equipment, as 13,900 tons worth $1.15 billion were imported, indicating a 17.3% increase in tonnage but a 4.35% decrease in value year-on-year.