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FutureFuel idles biodiesel production, shifts focus to specialty chemicals growth
FutureFuel Corp.
- Biodiesel production idled after completing contractual obligations by end of June due to regulatory uncertainty.
- EPA proposed increasing biomass-based diesel mandates for 2026-2027, but lack of clarity on IRA 45Z tax credit persists.
- CEO cites inability to replace expired Blenders Tax Credit as key reason for temporary idle.
- Batesville facility's flexible capacity will be redirected to specialty chemicals; new product capacity expected mid-2025.
- Company pursuing robust chemical project pipeline for H2 2025 and 2026.
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