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The Dirección General de Energía, Hidrocarburos y Minas (DGEHM) reported that the price of a 25-pound cylinder of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), or propane, will increase by US$0.96 in april 2026, rising from US$10.69 in march to US$11.65. However, thanks to measures implemented by the government, such as targeted subsidies and the Special and Temporary Law for LPG Price Stabilization, salvadoran consumers will not see this increase reflected in their household budgets.
Those receiving the subsidy will pay only US$3.09 for the 25-pound cylinder, while households that do not receive the subsidy will have to pay the maximum regulated price of US$11.13, which already includes the savings resulting from government measures, ensuring that the international price increase does not directly impact their finances.
The price increase is due to international factors that have put pressure on the propane gas market. Among these factors, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East has affected the global availability of the product, while disruptions to exports from the Galena Park terminal in Houston have exacerbated the situation. Additionally, the International Energy Agency (IEA) reported that propane gas reserves in the United States decreased by 1.8 million barrels during march, which increased its price internationally.
Despite this global context, the government has managed to keep prices affordable through subsidies and the application of the Special and Temporary Law for the Stabilization of LPG Prices, extended by the Legislative Assembly. This measure allows the retail price for april to remain at US$11.13 with additional savings included, while the subsidized price reaches US$3.09 for beneficiaries, protecting household budgets.
Prices for other sizes are also being controlled: the 10-pound cylinder will have a maximum price of US$4.61, the 20-pound cylinder US$8.98, and the 35-pound cylinder US$15.50, all with savings applied under the same law. In the case of the 10-pound cylinder, the subsidy allows some beneficiaries to purchase it free of charge.
The DGEHM assured that it maintains constant monitoring at points of sale to guarantee that the cylinders meet the exact weight and established prices. DGEHM also called on the public to report any irregularities or violations in the sale of LPG.
In short, although international gas prices have risen, the public policies implemented by the salvadoran government guarantee that the impact on households will be minimal, ensuring that access to LPG remains stable and affordable for the entire population.
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