EU ethanol markets preparing for Mercosur flows starting May 1
In the Netherlands, Platts reports European ethanol markets are preparing for Mercosur import flows starting May 1 under a new EU trade agreement that introduces tariff-rate quotas for ethanol. Market participants are closely monitoring early quota uptake amid uncertainty over pricing dynamics. Currently, most EU countries use E10 fuel, but policy momentum is building toward higher blending rates. Industry group ePURE notes that renewable ethanol can cut greenhouse gas emissions by about 79% compared to fossil fuels. Increasing blends to E20 could further reduce emissions and dependence on imported fossil fuels, signaling stronger future demand.
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