TNPSC Thervupettagam

India's Largest LPG Supplier - United States

June 10 , 2026 2 days 175 0
  • The United States of America (USA) became India's largest supplier of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in May 2026, replacing the Middle East as the leading source.
  • The USA supplied more than 55% of India's LPG imports in May 2026.
  • LPG is a mixture of propane and butane stored as a liquid under pressure.
  • Supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz affected LPG exports from Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
  • India imported about 666,000 tonnes of LPG from the USA in May 2026.
  • India also resumed LPG imports from Iran in March 2026 after a seven-year gap, making Iran the second-largest supplier in May 2026.

 

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