The ongoing conflict in Iran is creating significant challenges for global supply chains, particularly affecting the condom industry. Karex, headquartered in Malaysia and the world's largest condom manufacturer, has announced that it may need to raise prices by 20% to 30% due to escalating costs and shipping delays. CEO Goh Miah Kiat highlighted that the conflict has disrupted key shipping routes, especially through the Strait of Hormuz, which is crucial for transporting essential raw materials like naphtha, silicon oil, and ammonia used in condom production. With over five billion units produced annually and exports to more than 130 countries, Karex is facing a precarious situation as current inventory may only last a few months. Additionally, rising fuel costs in Southeast Asia, including countries like Myanmar and Cambodia, are complicating transportation and factory operations, potentially leading to broader economic impacts such as reduced consumer spending and price increases across multiple industries.