Ethanol Futures & Options
Ethanol sits at the intersection of corn and energy: its price tracks both the grain it is distilled from and the gasoline it is blended into, creating a crush-spread market of its own.
Trading the Ethanol Contract
Crude oil, refined products, natural gas, and related energy contracts.
Fuel and energy costs are among the most volatile inputs in any commercial operation. Forward-contract hedging for crude oil, heating oil, RBOB gasoline, and natural gas can fix a budget number without futures margin accounts or daily settlement — one of the approaches explained throughout this library.
Whether you hedge commercial exposure or study the market, you do not have to figure it out alone. AgriculturalHedging.com's education library explains the contract and its risks, and its partner network connects you with qualified, registered organizations that serve ethanol markets.
Find a Qualified ProviderContract Specifications
| Exchange | CME®-G |
|---|---|
| Contract Size | 29,000 gallons (one railcar) |
| Contract Months | All 12 months |
| Trading Hours | 23:00-14:20 ET, 23:00 open on Sunday. |
| Minimum Fluctuation | .1¢/gal. = $29.00 |
| Daily Limit | 30¢/gal. = $8,700 |
Contract specifications change. Always confirm current specs with the exchange before trading.
Ethanol Futures FAQ
What is the Ethanol futures contract?
Ethanol sits at the intersection of corn and energy: its price tracks both the grain it is distilled from and the gasoline it is blended into, creating a crush-spread market of its own. The contract trades on CME®-G with a contract size of 29,000 gallons (one railcar).
How can I hedge Ethanol price risk?
Fuel and energy costs are among the most volatile inputs in any commercial operation. Forward-contract hedging for crude oil, heating oil, RBOB gasoline, and natural gas can fix a budget number without futures margin accounts or daily settlement — one of the approaches explained throughout this library. Qualified hedging providers can be found through the AgriculturalHedging.com partner network.
How do I start trading Ethanol futures?
Futures accounts are opened with registered firms — futures commission merchants and introducing brokers. AgriculturalHedging.com explains the contract, the margin, and the risks so you can evaluate providers and get started prepared.
Learn or Hedge Ethanol with Qualified Help
AgriculturalHedging.com turns commodity complexity into plain language — and connects you with registered organizations that serve ethanol markets.