Frequently Asked Questions
How much ethanol is produced, imported, and consumed in the U.S.?
U.S. ethanol production, imports and consumption
U.S. fuel ethanol1 data summary (billions of gallons)
| Year | Production | Net Imports | Stock Change | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 0.75 | Not available | Not available | 0.75 |
| 2000 | 1.62 | 1.62 | -0.03 | 1.65 |
| 2007 | 6.52 | 0.44 | 0.07 | 6.89 |
| 2008 | 9.31 | 0.53 | 0.16 | 9.68 |
| 2009 | 10.94 | 0.20 | 0.10 | 11.04 |
| 2010 | 13.30 | -0.38 | 0.06 | 12.86 |
| 2011 | 13.93 | -1.02 | 0.01 | 12.89 |
| 2012 | 13.30 | -0.25 | 0.10 | 12.95 |
1 Includes denaturant added to ethanol to make it undrinkable.
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Fuel Ethanol Overview with historical annual and monthly data
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Last updated: April 17, 2013
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