Understanding Biodiesel FAME prices
Raw materials and production
Fatty acid methyl ester biodiesel is made by processing fats and oils into a fuel component. Feedstocks can include vegetable oils, used cooking oil and animal fats. Feedstock quality and processing determine the properties of the final product.
Applications and consumption
Biodiesel is used in suitable diesel-fuel blends under applicable specifications. It differs chemically from hydrotreated renewable diesel. Vehicle compatibility, seasonal conditions and blending requirements influence consumption and the grade required by buyers.
What affects Biodiesel FAME prices?
Oil and fat feedstock prices, processing costs, fuel demand and blending requirements affect biodiesel prices. Logistics and seasonal fuel specifications also matter. A retail survey for a particular biodiesel blend should not be interpreted as the price of every biofuel product.
How to read Biodiesel FAME price today
This page follows Biodiesel FAME in Hoa Kỳ. The price type is Published retail survey, with values expressed in USD/US gal. Compare quotations only after matching the product specification, unit, market and publication period. Changes in the chart describe the recorded series; they do not measure every transaction in the wider market. A local purchase may include freight, processing, taxes or dealer margins. Differences in quality or delivery conditions can therefore produce a different final cost even when the reference price is unchanged.
The displayed date or period identifies the latest publication available. Weekly, quarterly, annual, auction or effective-date records follow their own schedule and should not be read as continuous live quotations.
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Frequently asked questions about Biodiesel FAME
What is Biodiesel FAME price today?
The latest available value is 5.2800 USD/US gal, for 2026 Q2. It represents Published retail survey. Check the displayed period and market before treating it as a quotation for a purchase today. The displayed date or period identifies the latest publication available. Weekly, quarterly, annual, auction or effective-date records follow their own schedule and should not be read as continuous live quotations.
What affects Biodiesel FAME prices?
Oil and fat feedstock prices, processing costs, fuel demand and blending requirements affect biodiesel prices. Logistics and seasonal fuel specifications also matter. A retail survey for a particular biodiesel blend should not be interpreted as the price of every biofuel product.
What is Biodiesel FAME used for in everyday life and industry?
Biodiesel is used in suitable diesel-fuel blends under applicable specifications. It differs chemically from hydrotreated renewable diesel. Vehicle compatibility, seasonal conditions and blending requirements influence consumption and the grade required by buyers.
Why can local Biodiesel FAME prices differ from this chart?
Local offers may include delivery, processing, taxes and commercial margins. Differences in quality, product form, market and contract timing can also change the price. Compare the same specification and unit before drawing conclusions.
Where can I compare historical Biodiesel FAME prices?
Use the price chart and dated history table on this page, or download the CSV. Choose a period and keep the market, product and units consistent. Missing publication dates are not filled with invented observations.