PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1719377
PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1719377
U.S. Ethanol Fuel Market Size & Share Analysis - Trends, Drivers, Competitive Landscape, and Forecasts (2025 - 2032)
The U.S. ethanol fuel market is projected to grow from USD 27.6 billion in 2024 to USD 42.1 billion by 2032, expanding at a CAGR of 5.5%. Growth is driven by the increasing adoption of biofuels to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, government mandates like the Renewable Fuel Standards Program, and the growing use of ethanol in transportation. Additionally, the rise in ethanol-based sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and increased export opportunities are boosting the market.
Key Insights
Corn is the largest feedstock for ethanol production, accounting for 55% of market share in 2024.
Transportation fuel is the largest application segment, with E15 blends gaining popularity for their environmental benefits.
Cellulosic biomass is the fastest-growing feedstock, due to its lower carbon emissions.
Dry mill process dominates production, while the wet mill process is growing rapidly due to its ability to generate additional products.
Export potential is increasing as global demand for ethanol, especially in countries like India and Brazil, rises.
The Midwest remains the largest and fastest-growing region, driven by corn production and ethanol manufacturing infrastructure.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Research Scope
- 1.1. Research Objectives
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Analysis Period
- 1.4. Market Size Breakdown by Segments
- 1.4.1. Market Size Breakdown, by Feedstock
- 1.4.2. Market Size Breakdown, by Technology
- 1.4.3. Market Size Breakdown, by Application
- 1.5. Market Data Reporting Unit
- 1.5.1. Volume
- 1.5.2. Revenue
- 1.6. Key Stakeholders
Chapter 2. Research Methodology
- 2.1. Secondary Research
- 2.1.1. Paid
- 2.1.2. Unpaid
- 2.1.3. P&S Intelligence Database
- 2.2. Primary Research
- 2.3. Market Size Estimation
- 2.4. Data Triangulation
- 2.5. Currency Conversion Rates
- 2.6. Assumptions for the Study
- 2.7. Notes and Caveats
Chapter 3. Executive Summary
Chapter 4. Market Indicators
Chapter 5. Industry Outlook
- 5.1. Industry Background
- 5.2. Market Dynamics
- 5.2.1. Trends
- 5.2.2. Drivers
- 5.2.3. Restraints/Challenges
- 5.2.4. Emerging Economies and Key Opportunities
- 5.2.5. Impact Analysis of Drivers/Restraints
- 5.3. Impact of COVID-19
- 5.4. Sociopolitical Impact
- 5.5. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.5.1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 5.5.2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.5.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.5.4. Intensity of Rivalry
- 5.5.5. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.6. Market Entry Strategies
Chapter 6. Competitive Landscape
- 6.1. List of Market Players and their Offerings
- 6.2. Market Share of Key Players (2024)
- 6.3. Competitive Benchmarking of Key Players
- 6.4. Product Benchmarking of Key Players
- 6.5. Recent Strategic Developments by Key Players
- 6.6. Company Leadership Matrix
Chapter 7. U.S. Market
- 7.1. Overview
- 7.2. Market Volume, by Feedstock (2019-2032)
- 7.3. Market Revenue, by Feedstock (2019-2032)
- 7.4. Market Volume, by Technology (2019-2032)
- 7.5. Market Revenue, by Technology (2019-2032)
- 7.6. Market Volume, by Application (2019-2032)
- 7.7. Market Revenue, by Application (2019-2032)
- 7.8. Market Volume, by Region (2019-2032)
- 7.9. Market Revenue, by Region (2019-2032)
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
Chapter 9. Appendix
- 9.1. Sources and References
- 9.2. Related Reports
