In the beginning of 2025, a shocking news caught the attention of the international community. Iran was sent to 1000 tonnes of sodium perclore from China. These are a chemical substance used in making rocket fuel. This quantity is so much that it can make Iran 260 Khyber Shakeon or 200 spots medium -distance ballistic missiles.
Published on January 22, 2025 financial Times According to a report of this shipment was for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). It was transported from two Iranian ships, MV Golban and MV Jairan to monkey Abbas port. Let’s know the role of Sodium Perklorate and the characteristics of Khyber Shakan missile. Security officials of two western countries were quoted as saying that two cargo ships from Iran, Golbon and Jayran are scheduled to leave for Iran with 1000 tonnes of sodium perclore from China.
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The report stated that this sodium percolrate could create 960 tonnes of ammonium perclore, which is 70% of the Solid Rocket Propalent (Propalent). With this, 1300 tonnes of propellent can be prepared. Which is sufficient for 260 medium -range Iranian missiles, such as Khyber Shekan or Haj Kasem.
According to the report, the Golbon ship loaded 34 containers (20 feet) and Jairan loaded 24 containers. The ship left Taikang port (north of Shanghai) and went out on a three -week trip to Bandar Abbas. Both ships are of the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL), which is associated with IRGC and under the purview of US sanctions.
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What is sodium perclore and why is it important?
Sodium perchlorate is a chemical substance, which is converted into ammonium percolrate after the chemical process. Ammonium is the main component of percolor solid rocket fuel, which gives strength to missiles and rockets. It is part of up to 70% solid propalent.
Use: It is mainly used for ballistic missiles, such as Khyber Shekan, Fatah and Haja Kasem. It is also used in fireworks and some industrial processes, but its such large amount of shipment indicates military objectives.
Importance of volume: 1000 tons of sodium perclore can make 960 tonnes of ammonium perclore, which can prepare 1300 tons of propellent. This is sufficient for 260 Khyber Shakeon or 200 Haj Kasem missiles.
Why is it necessary?: Iran’s missile production facilities, such as Parchin and Khojir, were damaged in Israeli attacks in October 2024. With this shipment, Iran can fill its missile reserves rapidly.
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Story of shipment: How to reach Iran?
Loading and departure
- MV Golban: On January 21, 2025, he left Daishan Island (Eastern China Sea) with 34 containers. It reached Bandar Abbas on 14 February.
- MV jayan: Monkey reached Abbas in March 2025 with 24 containers. The ship passed through Malacca Strait and arrived before 26 March.
Both ships loaded near Taekang and Ningbo. Golban also loaded additional cargo at the Jhhahai Golan port.
IRGC Roll
The shipment was for IRGC’s self-intelligence jihad organization (SSJO), which leads Iran’s missile development. IRISL, who owns ships, is associated with IRGC and has been involved in smuggling of military materials earlier.
China’s response
China’s Foreign Ministry said that it did not have a “specific information” of this shipment. Sodium is not a perklorate controlled item. However, experts believe that China has supported Iran’s missile program since the 1980s.
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Regional and global impact
Danger for Israel: The 1450 km range of Khyber Shekan enables it to reach Israeli cities like Tel Aviv and Haifa. 260 new missiles could increase Iran’s capacity to attack. Israel attacked Iran’s missile facilities in October 2024, destroying 12 Planetary Mixers.
Stress in Middle East: Saudi Arabia and UAE, who have faced Iran’s missile attacks, are worried about this shipment. Huti rebel and Hizbullah, Iran’s colleagues, can use these missiles, which will increase regional instability.
Cooperation with Russia: Iran has exported Fatah-313 and Zolfghar missiles to Russia, which were used in Ukraine. This shipment can help Iran to make more missiles for Russia. On January 17, 2025, Russia and Iran signed the military cooperation agreement, but there is no mention of missile transfer.
Shahid Rajai Port Explosion: On 26 April 2025, an explosion occurred in Shahid Rajai Port (near Bandar Abbas), killing 57 people and injured more than 1000. According to the New York Times, a source of IRGC reported that the explosion occurred due to sodium perclore. The shipment arrived at the port in March 2025, but was not transferred on time, causing the explosion.
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America and western reaction
The US has banned IRISL, SSJO, and many Chinese companies (such as Shenzhen Amor). Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) controls ammonium perclore, but there is no restriction on sodium perclore. US senators demanded to stop the shipment, but no action was taken.
Role of China: Associate or businessman?
- Historical support: China has supported Iran’s missile program since the 1980s. Iran’s anti-ship cruise missiles are a copy of Chinese designs.
- Current assistance: This shipment shows that China is supplying strategic material to Iran, increasing its missile power.
- Diplomatic stance: China claimed that this is a normal trade. He has not broken any rules. But experts believe that this shipment is part of China’s deep partnership with Iran.
- Monkey Abbas Explosion: Chinese citizens were also injured in the explosion, showing that Chinese experts were probably present in Iran.