TTBFinal Rule
T.D. TTB-200: Standards of Fill for Wine and Distilled Spirits
OtherAgriculture
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Summary
This federal regulation sets official rules for how much wine and distilled spirits (like vodka and whiskey) must fill their bottles. The rules ensure that when you buy a bottle labeled as a certain size, you're actually getting what you paid for.
Key Points
- 1Establishes minimum and maximum fill amounts for wine and spirits bottles to prevent companies from underfilling containers
- 2Applies to all alcohol producers and distributors who sell wine and distilled spirits in the United States
- 3Requires bottles to meet specific fill standards based on the labeled bottle size to protect consumers from paying for less product than advertised
- 4The TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) will enforce these standards through inspections and testing
- 5Companies must adjust their filling equipment and processes to comply with these new standards
Key Dates
Published
January 10, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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