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A superseding formula is a formula that is different from a previously approved formula, but they must share the same class / type designation and the same labeling information.

COLAs Online is an Internet-based system that allows registered industry members to apply online for a certificate of label approval (COLA), certificate of exemption from label approval, or distinctive liquor bottle approval. See TTB Form 5100.31, Application For And Certification/Exemption of Label/Bottle Approval.

% by weight of any combination of materials listed on the 1% list of Artificial Flavor Materials or Natural Flavor Materials is unfit for beverage purposes, even if mitigating materials are present in the formulation.

If you do not timely pay your taxes, TTB will assess a penalty of 1/2 of 1% of your unpaid taxes for each month or part of a month after the due date that the tax is not paid. This penalty cannot be more than 25% of your unpaid tax.

Formula retail uses are commonly referred to as "chain stores." Under Section 303.1 of the San Francisco Planning Code they are defined as "a type of retail sales activity or retail sales establishment that has eleven or more other retail sales establishments in operation, or with local land use or permit entitlements ...

For certain distilled spirits, beers/malt beverages, and wines, TTB must evaluate the ingredients and production process before the product can be made or imported, and before you can submit your labels to TTB (if required).

In its simplest terms, TTB formula approval is required when an alcoholic beverage is produced using non-traditional methods or ingredients. The TTB requires formula approval so that it can: Verify that ingredients used meet FDA requirements and are considered safe. Assign an appropriate tax classification.