Inflation Woes Deepen as Cooking Oil and Ghee Prices Soar Amid Global Supply Crisis
Another setback for inflation-hit citizens as the prices of ghee and cooking oil have surged by Rs 10 per kilogram, placing further strain on already burdened household budgets.
According to market sources, the wholesale price of ghee and cooking oil has risen to Rs 510 per kg, while the price of a 12-kg tin has climbed to Rs 6,124. In retail markets, consumers are now forced to pay Rs 520 per kg, sparking frustration among buyers and traders alike. Many households already struggling with soaring inflation are bracing for additional financial pressure on daily essentials.
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Manufacturing companies have attributed the latest price hike to ongoing global supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions, which have driven up the costs of raw materials and international shipping.
Economic experts have warned that if such increases remain unchecked, they could fuel a broader inflationary trend across other essential commodities, further weakening the purchasing power of the average consumer.
Current Cooking Oil Prices in Pakistan
The prices of cooking oil in Pakistan continue to fluctuate, with various brands offering different packaging options. Mezan Cooking Oil is priced at Rs. 545 per litre, while a 5-litre pack is available for Rs. 2,725. OK Cooking Oil costs Rs. 526 per litre, and its 5-litre pack sells for Rs. 2,620. Kausar Canola Oil offers a 5-litre pack for Rs. 2,600, while Tullo Cooking Oil is priced at Rs. 575 per litre. Seasons Canola Oil is retailing at Rs. 544 per litre, and a 5-litre pack is Rs. 2,715. Sufi Canola Oil stands at Rs. 2,825 for a 5-litre pack and Rs. 5,715 for a 10-litre tin. Dalda Canola Oil is Rs. 2,745 for a 5-litre pack and Rs. 5,715 for a 10-litre pack. Dalda Cooking Oil bottle (3 litres) is Rs. 1,785, and its 1-litre bottle sells at Rs. 570.
Canolive Cooking Oil is priced higher,
Canolive Cooking Oil is priced higher, with a 5-litre pack at Rs. 3,010 and a 3-litre bottle at Rs. 1,800. Eva Cooking Oil (Stand-up Pouch) sells for Rs. 2,780 for a 5-litre pack, while Golden Sun Cooking Oil is available at Rs. 2,775 for the same quantity. Seasons Corn Oil (3 litres) is Rs. 2,000, while the 16-litre can is Rs. 8,125. Rafhan Corn Oil’s 16-litre tin costs Rs. 14,319, and the 3-litre bottle is Rs. 2,850.
Additional popular options include Habib Cooking Oil
Additional popular options include Habib Cooking Oil at Rs. 550 per litre, Dalda Cooking Oil (4.5 litres) at Rs. 2,655, Eva Canola Oil (3 litres) at Rs. 1,740, and Sufi Soybean Oil (1 litre) at Rs. 565. Canolive Jerry Can Oil (10 litres) is Rs. 6,310, and Naturelle Cooking Oil (4.5 litres) sells for Rs. 2,565. Khajur Cooking Oil is priced at Rs. 530 per litre and Rs. 2,650 for a 5-litre pack. Shahtaj Cooking Oil also stands at Rs. 530 per litre.
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This price trend reflects significant variations across brands, pack sizes, and oil types — with premium brands like Canolive, Rafhan, and Eva priced higher than other local brands such as Mezan, Khajur, and Shahtaj. The prices also highlight the market demand for larger tins and jerry cans, particularly in the restaurant and catering sector.
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