Islamabad: OGRA has rejected viral claims that codes such as “A-26” or “D-26” on household LPG cylinders mark expiry in 2026 and warn of explosion risks.
Uzma Ashfaq, joint executive director of corporate and media affairs at OGRA, told Geo Fact Check that such markings do not appear on LPG cylinders in Pakistan.
Manufacturers instead emboss cylinders with the date of manufacture, manufacturer name, next test date, serial number, batch number, weight and water capacity.
Ashfaq said Pakistani LPG cylinders meet international standards, including the DOT 4B, 4BW and 4BA specifications.
Certified cylinders remain safe when users handle them properly and follow periodic testing schedules.
Irfan Khokhar, chairman of the LPG Distributors Association, confirmed that OGRA-approved manufacturers follow strict international standards.
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They produce cylinders through more than 20 processes and design them for long-term use. However, these cylinders need refurbishment and testing after five years.
Khokhar warned that cylinders manufactured without OGRA approval may fail safety standards and pose risks to users.
The viral Instagram post appeared on May 31. It urged people to check cylinder codes as the main safety indicator.
