Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of August 7, 2026, from the General Directorate of Energy Policy and Mines |
|---|---|
| Publication | August 17, 2026 |
| Effective date | August 18, 2026 (00:00 h) |
| Affected parties | Domestic consumers with piped LPG and LPG distribution companies |
| Category | Energy |
| Year | 2026 |
| Fixed term (end user) | 1.60 €/month |
| Variable term (end user) | 90.0025 c€/kg |
| Bulk distributor price | 75.0857 c€/kg |
| Propane quotation | 534.90 $/Tm |
| Butane quotation | 575.10 $/Tm |
| Freight | 64.80 $/Tm |
| USD/EUR exchange rate | 1.141748 |
Consumers with piped LPG and distribution companies of this fuel have new maximum prices from August 18, 2026. The Resolution of August 7, 2026 from the General Directorate of Energy Policy and Mines (BOE-A-2026-17835) sets the pre-tax amounts that apply from that date for all supplies, including orders placed previously.
The operational key for distributors: it does not matter when the order was placed. If the supply is executed from August 18, 2026, the new prices apply.
What does this regulation establish?
The General Directorate of Energy Policy and Mines periodically publishes the maximum pre-tax selling prices for piped LPG. This resolution sets the amounts in force from August 18, 2026 and is based on international quotations of reference products.
Prices are calculated based on the following market parameters:
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Propane quotation | 534.90 $/Tm |
| Butane quotation | 575.10 $/Tm |
| Freight | 64.80 $/Tm |
| Dollar/euro exchange rate | 1.141748 |
The resulting prices, before taxes, are as follows:
| Concept | Amount |
|---|---|
| Fixed term (end user) | 1.60 €/month |
| Variable term (end user) | 90.0025 c€/kg |
| Price to bulk distributors | 75.0857 c€/kg |
Important: these prices do not include taxes. VAT, Hydrocarbon Tax and other taxes will be applied to them according to the supply territory.
Economic and operational impact
For LPG distribution companies, the operational impact is immediate: they must update their billing systems to reflect the new maximum prices from August 18, 2026. The regulation is explicit: all supplies pending execution from that date are subject to the new prices, regardless of the order date.
For domestic consumers, the piped LPG bill consists of two elements:
- Fixed term: 1.60 €/month (independent of consumption).
- Variable term: 90.0025 c€/kg consumed (equivalent to 0.900025 €/kg).
Applicable taxes in each territory (VAT, Hydrocarbon Tax and others) will be added to these amounts. The final cost to the consumer will therefore be higher than the figures above.
For companies that purchase bulk LPG for subsequent distribution, the reference price is set at 75.0857 c€/kg (0.750857 €/kg), before taxes.
Who does it affect?
- Domestic consumers with piped LPG installation (city gas from LPG).
- LPG distribution companies that supply by piping to end users.
- Bulk distributors that acquire LPG for subsequent piped distribution.
- Property owner associations with heating or hot water systems powered by piped LPG.
- Companies and businesses (hospitality, industry, commerce) with piped LPG supply.
Practical example
A household with piped LPG that consumes 30 kg of LPG per month would pay, before taxes, the following with the new prices:
| Concept | Calculation | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed term | 1.60 €/month | 1.60 € |
| Variable term | 30 kg × 0.900025 €/kg | 27.00 € |
| Total before taxes | 28.60 € |
The Hydrocarbon Tax and corresponding VAT for the territory will be added to this amount, which will increase the final bill.
For a bulk distributor that purchases 10,000 kg of LPG, the maximum purchase price before taxes would be: 10,000 kg × 0.750857 €/kg = 7,508.57 €.
What should companies do now?
- LPG distributors: immediately update billing systems with the new maximum prices (variable term 90.0025 c€/kg and fixed term 1.60 €/month for end users; 75.0857 c€/kg for bulk distributors).
- Review pending orders: identify all supplies with orders placed before August 18, 2026 but execution after that date. They must be invoiced with the new prices, not the previous ones.
- Verify tax application: the prices set are before taxes. Confirm with the tax department which taxes apply in each territory (VAT, Hydrocarbon Tax and others).
- Communicate with customers: if applicable, inform customers of the price change to avoid claims or billing disputes.
- Consumers and user companies: review the next piped LPG bill to verify that the prices applied comply with the maximum prices set by this resolution.
Frequently asked questions
How much does piped LPG cost for end users from August 18, 2026?
The maximum price before taxes consists of two parts: a fixed term of 1.60 €/month and a variable term of 90.0025 c€/kg (equivalent to 0.900025 €/kg). VAT, Hydrocarbon Tax and other applicable taxes according to the territory must be added to these amounts.
What is the price of LPG for bulk distributors from August 18, 2026?
The maximum pre-tax selling price for bulk distributors is 75.0857 c€/kg (0.750857 €/kg). This price applies to LPG purchases intended for subsequent piped distribution.
Is an LPG order placed before August 18 invoiced with the previous prices?
No. The resolution explicitly establishes that distributors must apply the new prices to all supplies pending execution from August 18, 2026, even if the order was placed before that date.
How are the new piped LPG prices calculated?
Prices are calculated based on international quotations of propane (534.90 $/Tm) and butane (575.10 $/Tm), freight (64.80 $/Tm) and the dollar/euro exchange rate (1.141748). The General Directorate of Energy Policy and Mines applies a regulated formula that converts these parameters into the maximum prices in euros per kilogram.
Do piped LPG prices include VAT?
No. The prices set by this resolution (1.60 €/month fixed term and 90.0025 c€/kg variable term for end users) are pre-tax prices. The final bill will additionally include VAT, Hydrocarbon Tax and other taxes that apply according to the supply territory.
Official source
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Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-17835