Wholesaler Information Resources

• Laws and Regulations - More information about the Code of Federal Regulations and public laws relating to wholesalers and importers.
• Applying for a Permit - If you plan to purchase and sell alcohol at wholesale, or if you plan to import alcohol beverages, you must first obtain a Basic Permit from TTB. 
• Direct Shipping - Industry members who engage in direct shipping are responsible for remaining in compliance with current State rules.

Exportation Information Resources

• Exporting Alcohol Beverages - Requirements for exporting
• Export Certificate Program - frequently asked questions about TTB's Export Certificate Program.

Importation Information Resources

• Formulas Online - TTB's Web-based system for drafting, submitting, and tracking formula applications for domestic and imported alcohol beverages.  This efficient and secure system will revolutionize the way in which you obtain formula approval.
• U.S. Requirements for Importing Alcohol Beverages - More information about all requirements that must be met to import alcohol beverages into the United States.
• Importing Alcohol for Personal Use - All you need to know concerning how imported alcohol beverage products are classified for personal use.
• Certification Requirements for Imported Wine - Learn more about certification requirements regarding production practices and procedures for imported natural wine.
• Certificate of Age and Origin Requirements for Imported Alcohol Beverages - Information on age and origin certification requirements for wines and distilled spirits imported into the United States.
• Prohibited and Restricted Items for Import - Before you

Additional Guidance

• Industry Circulars - Keep up-to-date with information concerning TTB-regulated industry.
• Retention of COLAs by Alcohol Wholesalers - TTB guidance for retention of COLAs by alcohol wholesalers.
• Frequently Requested Listings - TTB is required to make available to the public records that are requested and released on a frequent basis. We have provided links to listings of alcohol industry members who hold permits under the Federal Alcohol Administration Act.
• TTB Issues Warning on the Sale or Shipment of Caffeinated Alcohol Beverages
  - Information about the use of caffeine in alcohol beverages.
• COLAs Online Application Process - New process and suggestions for submitting certificates of label approval (COLAs) electronically and reducing delays in application submission