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Am I required to Obtain a TTB Permit as a Hard Cider Brand Owner?

Starting a hard cider business is an exciting venture—but it comes with unique regulatory challenges. A frequent question we receive from industry members is: Should a company apply for an Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”)  permit as a hard cider brand owner? The answer depends on your business model and how you […]

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What the FDA Regulates vs. What the TTB Regulates: Key Differences for Alcohol Producers

For alcohol producers, understanding the roles of the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) and the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”) is critical. While both agencies play a part in ensuring the safety, quality, and labeling of alcohol beverage products, their areas of oversight differ. The FDA primarily regulates food safety and non-alcohol

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What is a TTB Brewer’s Notice?

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”) is the federal agency responsible for regulating the alcohol beverage industry, including the issuance of federal basic permits. For breweries, the required federal permit is known as a Brewer’s Notice, which must be obtained before brewing beer for commercial sale. The Brewer’s Notice application must be

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what is a ttb use up request for alcohol beverages

What Is a TTB Use-Up Request for Alcohol Beverages?

In the alcohol beverage industry, regulatory compliance is critical when it comes to labeling. The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”) oversees these regulations, ensuring that labels meet federal requirements before products reach the market. However, in some cases, businesses may find themselves with pre-printed labels that no longer comply with updated TTB

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How to Import Hard Cider into the U.S.

Importing hard cider into the United States requires navigating a series of regulatory requirements imposed by various federal 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”). These agencies enforce rules related to labeling, packaging, taxes, and public health to

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How to Import Distilled Spirits and Liquor into the U.S.

Importing distilled spirits and liquors into the United States involves a multi-step process and requires compliance with strict regulations enforced by federal agencies like the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”), and the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”). These agencies regulate alcohol for safety, labeling, packaging, taxes,

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Importing Unique Spirits & Liquors into the U.S.: A Guide for Importers

Importing unique spirits and liquors that aren’t yet “mainstream” in the United States can be a rewarding business venture, as these products often offer something distinct to the market. However, the process of importing liquors like cachaça, shochu, raki, pisco, baijiu, chinotto, cynar, palenque, and marañón can come with a series of challenges. This high-level

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