The primary purpose of Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) labeling requirements is to make sure consumers get adequate information about what they are purchasing and are not misled about a product’s age, origin, or identity. To that end, beer labels must include certain information based on how they are formulated and where they will be sold.
This session covers all of the mandatory formula and labeling information for beers and malt beverages as outlined in the labeling regulations and the relevant TTB rulings. TTB staff also share the top label and application errors that they see and provide tips on how to avoid them.
About the Speakers
Erwin Camia, Labeling Specialist
Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau
Erwin Camia is a labeling specialist within the Alcohol Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). A part of the TTB since 2020, Erwin reviews and approves label applications submitted by industry members ensuring that malt beverage labels comply with current regulations, and do not contain any prohibited or misleading information. Prior to joining the TTB, Erwin was an archives technician for the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) for eight years. Before his time with NARA, Erwin served two years as a volunteer with the Peace Corps in Albania. Erwin has a Bachelor of Science from San Diego State University, a Bachelor of Arts from National University, and a Master of Library and Information Science degree from San Jose State University.
Christian Fay, Senior Formula Specialist
Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau
Christian Fay is a senior formula specialist within the Alcohol Labeling and Formulation Division (ALFD) of the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). A part of the TTB since 2004, Christian reviews and approves formula applications submitted by industry members ensuring that formula applications comply with current regulation.
Prior to joining the TTB, Christian was a humanitarian field officer for 10 years and specialized in relief operations in conflict zones and post-war reconstruction and aid development programs. Christian earned his Bachelor of Arts in History and Economics from the University of Maine.
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