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Blending of E20+ and petrol exempt from excise duty

The government has removed excise duty on blending over 20% ethanol with petrol. This move supports the use of more domestically produced ethanol. It aims to reduce reliance on imported crude oil. While this exemption is a step towards higher blends, extensive testing is still required. Most current vehicles are compatible with up to E20 blends.

11 Jun 2026 11:46 pm