Safe sex is about to get more expensive, world’s largest condom maker warns
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By AOL
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In brief
Global contraceptive markets face significant inflationary pressures as geopolitical tensions disrupt rubber and latex supply chains. Karex, commanding over 10% of worldwide condom production, projects potential price increases reaching 30% due to Middle Eastern conflicts affecting raw material sourcing and logistics networks. This development could impact sexual health accessibility across developing nations and influence reproductive health initiatives globally.
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Safe sex is about to get more expensive, world’s largest condom maker warns
Condom prices could rise up to 30% as the Iran war disrupts supply chains, says Karex, the world's largest condom manufacturer based in Malaysia.
