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 some cases we also analyze a sample of the product in our laboratory while reviewing the formula.
Select your commodity, then answer a few questions about your product and we'll tell you whether it needs formula approval:
Alternatively, browse a list of all distilled spirit, beer/malt beverage, and wine products that require formula approval.