Michigan Registration Requirements

Biofuels Blender Requirements

Blenders of ethanol and gasoline and biodiesel and diesel fuels outside of the bulk transfer terminal system must obtain a blender's license and are subject to blender reporting requirements. A licensed supplier who blends ethanol and gasoline or biodiesel and diesel fuels is also required to obtain a blender's license. (Reference Senate Bill 1074, 2006, and Michigan Compiled Laws 207.1008)

Hydrogen Production and Retail Requirements

All hydrogen fuel produced and sold in the state must meet state quality requirements. Any retailer offering hydrogen fuel for sale in the state must register with, and obtain approval from, the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA). A hydrogen retailer must also obtain a license from the MDA for each retail outlet they operate. (Reference Senate Bill 1079, 2006, and Michigan Compiled Laws 290.642-290.647)

Biodiesel Retail and Storage Requirements

All biodiesel and biodiesel blends sold in the state must meet state quality requirements. A refiner, distributor, or retailer cannot transfer or dispense biodiesel or biodiesel blends unless the fuel is visibly free of undissolved water, sediments, and other suspended matter. Additionally, a biodiesel retailer is prohibited from selling biodiesel or biodiesel blends drawn from a storage tank that has more than two inches of water or water-alcohol at the bottom. Any retailer of biodiesel or biodiesel blends must obtain a license from the Michigan Department of Agriculture for each retail outlet they operate. (Reference Senate Bill 1079, 2006, and Michigan Compiled Laws 290.642-290.647)