Peptide Laws in Iran
IR · Middle East · 23 peptides tracked
Are Peptides Legal in Iran?
International sanctions severely limit pharmaceutical imports into Iran, making it very difficult to bring research peptides into the country from abroad. However, Iran has a strong domestic pharmaceutical production capability and manufactures many medications locally. Approved medications are available through the Iranian healthcare system with moderate enforcement. Travelers should not attempt to import peptides and should rely on domestic sources if needed.
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PrescriptionCan You Buy Peptides in Iran?
2 peptide(s) are legal to buy in Iran, including Glutathione, Vitamin B12. 2 peptide(s) require a valid prescription, including Tirzepatide, Semaglutide. 19 peptide(s) fall into a legal grey area: Retatrutide, Selank, MOTS-c, TB-500, GHK-Cu, and 14 more. These may be available for research purposes but their legality for personal use is ambiguous.
Traveling to Iran with Peptides
When traveling to Iran with peptides, the legality depends on each peptide's classification. Prescription peptides (Tirzepatide, Semaglutide) typically require documentation such as a prescription or doctor's letter when crossing borders. Enforcement in Iran is rated as "Moderate." Always declare pharmaceutical products at customs and carry documentation of any prescriptions.
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Peptide Regulations in Iran
| Peptide | Status | Rx Required | Schedule | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retatrutide | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Investigational drug. Not registered with IFDA. Not available due to sanctions and lack of approval. | Secondary |
| Selank | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Not registered. Russian nootropic. Despite Iran-Russia relations import channels for specialized peptides are limited. | Secondary |
| Tirzepatide | Prescription | Yes | Not Scheduled | Same as semaglutide. Prescription required. Availability severely limited by sanctions. | Secondary |
| MOTS-c | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Not registered. Novel peptide. Sanctions prevent import. | Secondary |
| TB-500 | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Not registered. Same as BPC-157. Sanctions limit imports. | Secondary |
| GHK-Cu | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Not registered. Cosmetic formulations may be available through domestic production but injectable form unauthorized. | Secondary |
| AOD-9604 | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Not registered. Unauthorized medicinal product. Import blocked by sanctions. | Secondary |
| Semaglutide | Prescription | Yes | Not Scheduled | IFDA-regulated prescription medicine. Availability limited due to sanctions. Iran has strong domestic pharmaceutical production but complex GLP-1 peptides may require import. Prices heavily regulated by IFDA. | Secondary |
| CJC-1295 | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Not registered. No local market. Sanctions prevent import. | Secondary |
| Semax | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Not registered. Same as Selank. | Secondary |
| Ipamorelin | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Not registered. Same as CJC-1295. | Secondary |
| NAD+ | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | NAD+ supplements not specifically regulated. Supplement market exists but import restricted by sanctions. Domestic supplement production possible. | Secondary |
| BPC-157 | Grey Area | No | Not Scheduled | Not registered with IFDA. All pharmaceutical products require IFDA regulatory approval. Sanctions complicate imports. Domestic pharma focused on essential medicines. No research peptide market. | Secondary |
| DSIP | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| Epithalon | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| Glutathione | Legal | No | Supplement | — | Unsourced |
| HGH | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| KPV | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| Melanotan II | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| Liraglutide | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| MK-677 | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
| Vitamin B12 | Legal | No | Supplement | — | Unsourced |
| PT-141 | Grey Area | No | Unregistered | — | Unsourced |
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Data is researcher-verified but not legal advice. Always consult local regulations before purchasing, importing, or traveling with peptides. Last verified: 2026-02-28.