Iran reports Israeli airstrikes hit a key petrochemical complex, disrupting regional supply of toluene diisocyanate used in manufacturing.
Israeli strikes have damaged Iran’s Karoon Petrochemical complex in the Mahshahr zone, according to state media. The facility produces toluene diisocyanate (TDI), a critical chemical for manufacturing foams used in automotive, furniture, and insulation industries.
Iran is the sole regional producer of TDI, meaning the attack could disrupt Middle Eastern supply chains. However, Iran’s global TDI exports account for less than 2% of the market, limiting broader economic impact. The complex has previously been affected by regional conflicts, but direct Israeli involvement raises escalation risks.
The strike signals heightened tensions, complicating U.S.-Iran negotiations and increasing geopolitical uncertainty in energy and commodity markets.