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Vietnam E10 rollout: supply strain and price cuts

Overview

Vietnam’s mandatory 10 % ethanol‑blended gasoline (E10) continues to dominate fuel sales after the 1 June 2026 rollout. By the end of June, bio‑fuel consumption reached roughly 850 million L, with most post‑2000 vehicles compatible and older models still able to use E5.

Domestic ethanol production now satisfies about a quarter of the monthly requirement (≈25 % of 92‑100 000 m³), so imports from the United States and other suppliers still provide 70‑80 % of the blend. The shortfall has sharpened concerns over supply reliability and price stability.

On 6 August the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Finance cut retail caps: E5 RON92 gasoline to 21 728 VND/L (‑660 VND), E10 RON95 to 22 324 VND/L (‑530 VND), diesel to 27 544 VND/L (‑80 VND) and mazut to 16 391 VND/kg (‑80 VND). The adjustment uses no stabilization‑fund resources, with a 200 VND/L reserve earmarked for bio‑fuel.

The Dung Quat refinery began supplying B5 diesel (4‑5 % renewable diesel), delivering a 45‑m³ batch to the Military Oil Corporation and Nam Phúc Ltd, and aims to raise monthly E10 output to 80‑100 000 m³. Revenue at the refinery rose 47 % over six months, underscoring growing commercial interest in Vietnam’s green‑fuel agenda.

Entities

Ministry of Industry and Trade (Vietnam) · Diesel · E5 RON92 gasoline · Trần Đăng Khoa · Dung Quát refinery

Timeline

  1. 9 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Vietnam's biofuel rollout faces ethanol supply constraints

    Vietnam's E10 gasoline rollout faces ethanol shortages, while Dung Quat refinery sells its first B5 diesel batch and expands biofuel production.

  2. 11 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Vietnam slashes gasoline and diesel prices on Aug 6

    Vietnam's ministries cut retail gasoline, diesel and mazut prices on Aug 6, 2026, setting new caps of 21,728 VND/litre for E5 RON92, 22,324 VND/litre for E10 RON95, 27,544 VND/litre for diesel and 16,391 VND/kg

  3. 17 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Vietnam Finds No Violations in Initial E10 Biofuel Gasoline Quality Inspections

    Vietnam's MoST inspection of E10 biofuel gasoline in three provinces found no measurement or quality violations, confirming compliance with the updated national standard.

  4. 25 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Vietnam to Mandate E10 Ethanol Blend in All Gas Stations from June 2026

    Vietnam will require all gas stations to sell E10 gasoline from 1 June 2026, pricing it at 21,435 VND/litre, to cut oil imports, boost a cassava‑based ethanol industry and meet Net‑Zero goals.

  5. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Vietnam revives ethanol plants as nationwide E10 fuel mandate drives demand

    Vietnam’s June 2026 mandate for 10% ethanol gasoline (E10) creates a demand of ~11 billion liters annually, far outpacing domestic output and prompting plant revivals while boosting U.S. ethanol imports.

  6. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Vietnam's E10 fuel rollout faces policy push and consumer concerns

    Vietnam's E10 bio‑fuel rollout is backed by a policy forum urging stable rules, while the Ministry of Industry and Trade vows to trace and address consumer complaints about vehicle issues using stored fuel‑type

  7. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Vietnam cuts gasoline price, E10 to 20,003 VND per litre

    On 9 July 2026 Vietnam lowered gasoline prices: E5 to 19,191 VND/L and E10 to 20,003 VND/L, while diesel rose. The move follows global oil market tensions and makes Vietnam’s fuel cheaper than neighbouring r .

  8. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Vietnam's Dung Quat refinery selects EPC contractor for $1.5 bn expansion

    Vietnam's Dung Quat refinery picks an EPC contractor for a $1.5 bn expansion that will lift capacity to 171k bpd, while also successfully testing two new crude types, raising its feedstock slate to 40 varieties

  9. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Vietnam's ethanol fuel supply strained as imports cover 80% of E10 demand

    Vietnam used over 1 bn L of biofuel in June, mainly E10, while imports supplied 73‑80% of needed ethanol, highlighting supply strain and plans for domestic expansion.

  10. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Vietnam expands E10 biofuel supply and adds six new merchants

    Vietnam's Dung Quat refinery has supplied ~92 M L of E10 fuel in a month, with consumption reaching 924 M L nationwide; six new merchants will join the market in July, and early data shows reduced air pollution

  11. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Vietnam’s E10 fuel sees 800 million‑litre rollout and quality reassurance

    Vietnam’s E10 fuel, despite colour variations, meets strict standards and saw 800 million litres sold in its first month, boosting energy security and cutting emissions.

  12. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Vietnam raises retail gasoline prices on July 1

    Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade raised the ceiling price for E5 gasoline to 20,785 VND/l and E10 to 21,203 VND/l on July 1, while diesel and mazut prices stayed unchanged; tax exemptions were extended‑

  13. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Vietnam's E10 fuel rollout faces mixed reports on vehicle performance

    Vietnam's shift to E10 fuel has sparked owner concerns over engine issues in older cars, while PVOIL reports no damage complaints and stresses quality controls.

  14. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Vietnam's E10 fuel rollout boosts ethanol producers and state oil retailers

    Vietnam's first month of mandatory E10 fuel saw 800 million L consumed, boosting ethanol makers and state oil retailers, while regulators note stable supply but point to consumer confidence and supply‑chain ch​

  15. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Vietnam's nationwide switch to E10 gasoline sees positive driver feedback

    Vietnam began nationwide use of E10 gasoline on 1 June 2026; Ha Tĩnh stations are fully switched and drivers report performance similar to RON95, while very old carbureted vehicles may need E5 or part upgrades.

  16. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 9 sources
    Vietnam cuts gasoline, diesel and mazut prices sharply on June 25 2026

    Vietnam reduced retail gasoline, diesel and mazut prices on 25 June 2026, setting new caps (E5 ≤19,359 VND/l, E10 ≤19,916 VND/l, diesel ≤21,866 VND/l) and extending fuel tax incentives through September.

  17. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Vietnam greenlights E10 gasoline; most cars and motorcycles declared compatible

    Vietnam will roll out E10 gasoline nationwide from 1 June 2026; most cars and all Honda motorcycles since 1997 are compatible, though very old vehicles may need E5.

  18. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Vietnam's cars and motorcycles adapt to nationwide E10 ethanol fuel

    Vietnam will mandate E10 ethanol fuel nationwide from June 2026; Honda says all motorcycles made since 1997 are compatible, while older cars may need costly retrofits.

  19. 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Vietnam farmers hunt for scarce E5 gasoline for old farm equipment after fuel shift

    After Vietnam switched to only E5 and E10 fuels, farmers with old gasoline‑powered equipment fear E10 damage and struggle to find E5, prompting supply concerns.

  20. 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Vietnam confronts limited E5 fuel supply and storage concerns for ethanol‑blended gasoline

    Vietnam reports E10 remains stable for months but urges short storage, while drivers of older vehicles face a shortage of E5 stations, forcing long searches and reliance on E10.

  21. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Vietnam's E10 fuel: limits of water‑separation additives

    E10 gasoline's ethanol absorbs moisture; additives only disperse water, cannot fully prevent or reverse separation. Storage beyond three months in unsealed containers raises risk, so Vietnam advises tight seals

  22. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Vietnam's switch to E10 fuel and Tesla electric cars spotlight vehicle performance and durability

    E10 fuel in Vietnam strains old, low‑maintenance cars, prompting cleaning recommendations, while a global study shows Tesla EVs achieve superior durability and mileage compared with gasoline models.

  23. 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Vietnam Extends E5 Bio‑fuel Availability as E10 Rolls Out Nationwide

    Vietnam's MOIT will keep E5 bio‑fuel sales until 2030 for older vehicles while nationwide E10 replaces RON95 from June 1, with stable consumption, no major complaints and new pricing formulas.

  24. 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Vietnam launches nationwide E10 ethanol fuel, early uptake shows minimal issues

    Vietnam’s nationwide E10 fuel rollout on 1 June 2026 sold 141 million L in four days, shows no major complaints, aims to cut emissions and reduce fuel imports, with most post‑2000 vehicles compatible.

  25. 3 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 19 sources
    Vietnam mandates nationwide use of E10 fuel from June 2026

    Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade orders all stations to sell E10 fuel nationwide from 1 June 2026, requiring manufacturers to assess vehicle compatibility and inform consumers; most modern vehicles are

  26. 3 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Vietnam to mandate E10 bio‑fuel gasoline nationwide by June 2026

    Vietnam will require all gasoline to be E10 bio‑fuel by June 2026, boosting ethanol use and cutting emissions; most new cars can use it safely.

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