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China's SAF Exports Reach Record High

September 29, 2026

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Key Takeaways

China's SAF exports reached a record high in August.
Europe received 99.98% of China's export volume.
Shipments to Belgium, Spain, and France drove the increase.
August exports were 63% above the average monthly export volume.

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Strategic Implications

This record may indicate a strengthening trend in SAF trade, suggesting that suppliers are scaling production and buyers are finding channels to absorb larger quantities. The concentration of exports in Europe could also signal the region's growing role as a center of mandated SAF demand, which may drive further growth in the market.

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What Happened

Europe's Demand Drives Growth In Sustainable Aviation Fuel

China’s sustainable aviation fuel exports reached an all-time high in August, with Europe receiving nearly all of the exported volume. The increase was driven by a sharp rise in shipments to Belgium, Spain, and France, and suggests a growing trend in SAF trade. According to customs data, China exported approximately 131,000 tons of SAF in August, which was 37% higher than July’s total and 30% above the previous monthly record. This development was first reported by Unknown Source.

Source | Originally Published: September 29, 2026

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