Ethanol Exports Start Strong in 2025
U.S. ethanol exports kicked off 2025 with a strong start, rising 2% in January to reach 198.1 million gallons, driven by a surge in shipments to India, which tripled its imports. Canada remained the top destination, though its imports declined. Exports to the EU, UK, and other markets like Colombia and Brazil showed mixed results. Meanwhile, DDGS exports dropped 24% to a 21-month low.
Coming off a record-breaking 2024, U.S. ethanol exports kicked off 2025 with momentum, according to the latest trade monitor report from the Renewable Fuels Association.
Ethanol exports increased two percent in January to reach a nine-month high of 198.1 million gallons (mg), fueled by surging shipments to India, which tripled its imports to 35.1 mg, the highest in four years. Canada retained its position as the top destination for the 46th consecutive month despite a 14% decline to 53.9 mg, with denatured ethanol making up 90% of the total. Exports to the European Union slowed 15% from December’s record high to 30.3 mg, predominantly shipped to the Netherlands, while the United Kingdom slashed imports in half to 14.1 mg. Other larger markets included Colombia (up 24% to 13.4 mg), the Philippines (down 4% to 11.3 mg), and Brazil (up 22% to 9.5 mg, a nine-month high). China remained virtually absent from the market.
The U.S. imported 1.7 mg of fuel ethanol in January, predominantly from Brazil. Additionally, 12.5 mg of industrial ethanol were imported, of which 68% was from Brazil and 26% was from Canada.
U.S. exports of dried distillers grains (DDGS) declined 24% in January to a 21-month low of 811,480 metric tons (mt) on mixed global demand. Mexico and South Korea collectively made up 41% of total DDGS exports—Mexico increased shipments by 17% to 229,331 mt, while South Korea lifted 10% to 105,644 mt.
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Source : Energy.Agwired.Com
