- Iran has a population of 72 million people and an area of 1.6 million square kilometers, with a GDP per capita of $7,700. There are 550,000 diesel trucks and 8.4 million passenger cars in the country.
- In 2006, Iran's total lubricant market size was 754,000 metric tons, including 640,000 metric tons of engine oil and 18,000 metric tons of grease. Domestic engine oil brands dominate the market.
- Major international lubricant brands like Total, Shell, and Castrol have a presence in Iran through blending plants and joint ventures with local companies.