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China's fuel inventories hit over decade lows, raising concerns over comeback of export curbs

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24 September 2026

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Fusion42 · 24 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

China's gasoline and diesel fuel inventories have fallen to their lowest levels in over a decade due to surging exports and recovering domestic demand, prompting concerns that Beijing may impose tighter fuel export controls in October to prioritise domestic energy security.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Fuel exporters and refiners in China face a tightening export regime that will prioritise domestic supply over overseas sales starting October. You should prepare for a shrinking export market and seek domestic partnerships or alternative markets now.

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