Importing sake into the United States is a multi-step process involving regulatory requirements from multiple government agencies, including the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”), and the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”). The process ensures that the sake complies with U.S. laws on labeling, packaging, taxes, and […]
For wineries, breweries, and distilleries in the United States, obtaining an Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“) permit is a critical step in ensuring that your business operates legally and in compliance with federal regulations. Whether you’re just starting out or expanding your operations, understanding what a TTB permit is, how it works,
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Submitting an application for an Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“) permit can be a complicated process, and even minor errors can lead to delays, rejections, or additional scrutiny. For alcohol producers such as wineries, breweries, and distilleries, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of your application is critical. Here are some of the
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In the alcohol beverage industry, a common arrangement that many producers consider is the alternating proprietorship. This legal structure allows multiple beverage producers to operate out of the same facility while maintaining their independent businesses. For those in the wine, beer, spirits, sake, hard cider, or mead industries, understanding how an alternating proprietorship works, the
Navigating the process of obtaining a federal basic permit issued by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“) can be a daunting task. With stories of lengthy application times, numerous questions from the TTB, and even outright rejections, it’s understandable why applicants might feel overwhelmed. However, with proper preparation and thorough documentation, these
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What Are the Differences Between a TTB Brewery and a Brewpub? At Lindsey Zahn P.C., we frequently receive questions from clients about the distinction between a brewery and brewpub with respect to the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“). In the alcohol beverage world, it is a very common misconception for folks to
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To set up a Permits Online account with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“), follow these steps: 1. Access the TTB Permits Online Website Go to the Permits Online section of the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) website:https://www.ttbonline.gov/permitsonline/ 2. Register for an Account 3. Complete the Registration Form 4.
In life, only death and taxes are certain, and this is especially true in the alcohol beverage industry. The federal government has created a detailed regulatory system to ensure it collects taxes from every gallon of spirits sold. A crucial part of this system is the reporting requirements for distillers and distilleries. Once you have
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In life, only death and taxes are certain, and this holds especially true in the alcohol beverage industry. The federal government has established a detailed regulatory framework to ensure it collects its share from every barrel of beer sold, down to the nearest second decimal place. Central to this system are the reporting requirements for
Expanding your operations? Found a better facility? Moving within the state? Then you need to understand the New York State Liquor Authority (“NYSLA”) Petition for Removal process. If you’re planning to relocate your licensed premises, there are several important steps to consider. One of the key requirements is completing a Petition for Removal, submitting it
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