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. CCS structures forward-contract hedges for crude oil, heating oil, RBOB gasoline, and natural gas — price certainty without futures margin accounts or daily settlement.
Whether you trade Ethanol to hedge commercial exposure or to speculate, you do not have to do it alone. CCS clients get broker-assisted execution, contract and delivery-date guidance, and direct access to 40+ years of market judgment.
Call 317-848-8050Contract 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 or call us 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. CCS structures forward-contract hedges for crude oil, heating oil, RBOB gasoline, and natural gas — price certainty without futures margin accounts or daily settlement. Call 317-848-8050 to discuss a custom strategy with Lannie Cohen, Senior Hedge Advisor.
How do I start trading Ethanol futures?
Call CCS at 317-848-8050. We offer broker-assisted, traditional, and self-directed account types — you will get a real person who explains the contract, the margin, and the risks before you place your first trade.
Trade or Hedge Ethanol with a Real Broker
Call Lannie Cohen at 317-848-8050 — 40+ years of commodity experience, one phone call away.