Official Sources
All information presented in this report was verified with the following international reference sources.
Energy & Oil
U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) — Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz carries approximately 20% of the world's crude oil traded by sea.
OPEC — Iran Oil Production Data
Iran is one of OPEC's major oil producers, with production that directly influences global prices.
Chemical Raw Materials
ICIS — Iran Methanol Exports to China
China imports 40–45% of its methanol from Iran. The conflict directly affects this supply chain.
S&P Global Commodity Insights — Sulfur Supply
The Persian Gulf region, including Iran, accounts for approximately 50% of global sulfur supply, a key raw material for pesticides.
Logistics & Shipping
Baltic Exchange — Shipping Cost Index
Maritime insurance and freight costs in the Strait of Hormuz increased 30–50% since the conflict began.
Agrochemicals & Pesticides
Agropages — Global Pesticide Market Update
Specialized platform for the global pesticide and agricultural inputs market with price and availability updates.
Shandong Limuda Co., Ltd. — Official Website
Chinese manufacturer and exporter of agrochemicals, pesticides, and agricultural inputs. Direct source of the market information presented.