France petroleum product exports: liquefied petroleum gases
France petroleum product exports: liquefied petroleum gases stood at 60 thousand tonnes in Jul 2026, according to Eurostat – imports and exports of oil and petroleum products by partner country, monthly (nrg_ti_oilm, nrg_te_oilm). It is one of the indicators in the Energy trade table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 2008 to Jul 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Energy trade table
| Indicator | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exports of petroleum products | 1,438 | 1,331 | 1,473 | 1,465 | 1,688 | 1,406 | 1,372 | 1,535 | 1,729 | 1,921 | |
| By product | |||||||||||
| Liquefied petroleum gases (LPG) | 60 | 70 | 64 | 89 | 127 | 145 | 96 | 141 | 106 | 97 |
Understanding france petroleum product exports: liquefied petroleum gases
Foreign trade statistics track the outward physical mass of liquefied petroleum gases leaving domestic borders, reported in thousand metric tonnes. The classification covers light hydrocarbon gases converted into liquid form for transport, including propane and butane fractions derived from refining or gas processing. Gaseous phase deliveries via pipeline and heavier liquid distillates like gasoline or naphtha are strictly excluded from this specific product line. The metric provides a focused measure of international shipments for these particular pressurized petrochemical commodities.
Storage constraints and specialized vessel availability introduce distinct volatility into monthly figures compared to bulk liquid fuels. Early data releases frequently experience revisions as terminal loading manifests and customs reconciliations are finalized. Analysts should utilize year-on-year comparisons to interpret underlying trends, as ambient temperature fluctuations strongly influence seasonal domestic consumption and export availability. Direct comparisons with general refined product aggregates can obscure the unique logistical requirements of handling pressurized liquefied gases.
Frequently asked questions
- Are gaseous fuels transported via pipeline counted in this series?
- No, the series is restricted to liquefied petroleum gases handled under pressure or refrigeration.
- Why might monthly figures for this product show high volatility?
- The availability of specialized pressurized carriers and terminal storage limits can cause lumpy shipment patterns.
- What is the appropriate benchmark for evaluating export growth here?
- Year-on-year comparisons help bypass the heavy seasonal temperature effects that alter domestic demand.