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Biodiesel Imports Plummet to Decade Low After Tax Credit Cut

9/6/2025

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U.S. biodiesel and renewable diesel imports reached a decade low in early 2025, per the Energy Information Administration (EIA).
The decline follows the January 2025 removal of tax credits for imported biofuels, now limited to domestic production.
Biodiesel imports averaged 2,000 barrels per day, down from 35,000 bpd last year.
Renewable diesel imports dropped to 5,000 bpd from 33,000 bpd.
Low imports are expected to persist through 2026, despite potential consumption increases from blending mandates.

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Story summary

U.S. biodiesel and renewable diesel imports reached a decade low in early 2025, per the Energy Information Administration (EIA).
The decline follows the January 2025 removal of tax credits for imported biofuels, now limited to domestic production.
Biodiesel imports averaged 2,000 barrels per day, down from 35,000 bpd last year.
Renewable diesel imports dropped to 5,000 bpd from 33,000 bpd.
Low imports are expected to persist through 2026, despite potential consumption increases from blending mandates.