Brazil allows voluntary B20 and B30 blending, experiments with B100

The National Council of Energy Policy (CNPE) of the Brazilian government has authorized the sale and voluntary use of biodiesel blends exceeding the mandatory blending percentage.

Currently, Brazilian service stations sell diesel with a 7% mandatory biodiesel blend.

According to the resolution, captive fleets and public pumps can use and sell biodiesel with blends up to 20%, while rail transport, agriculture, and industrial users are allowed to go up to 30%

The ruling also allows for experimental use of 100% biodiesel.

However, the higher percentage mixtures must meet the additional provisions established by the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP).

ANP will hold two public auctions to supply the needed extra biodiesel, according to the guidelines set by the Ministry of Mines and Energy.