DHAKA, Feb 17, 2026 (BSS) - The government has reduced the overall VAT on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in a move aimed at stabilising the market and keeping the essential commodity within consumers' purchasing capacity. Instead, a 7.5 percent VAT has been imposed at the import stage of LPG. This means that the tax will be collected only once at the import stage, eliminating multiple layers of VAT previously applied throughout the supply chain. Officials concerned believe that the decision will help maintain price stability in the LPG market, ensure uninterrupted supply, and provide relief to consumers, particularly middle- and lower-income households who rely heavily on LPG for cooking and other daily needs. The move is also expected to support industrial users by reducing cost pressures and enhancing overall market efficiency.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 17, 2026 04:36 UTC