TTB Newsletter for May 1 2026

Does Your Product Require Sample Analysis by TTB's Lab?

While many alcohol beverages require formula approval from TTB, a limited number of alcohol beverages also require a laboratory sample analysis (lab sample) before they may be produced or imported and before the domestic producer or U.S. importer may apply for label approval.

We have easy-to-use tools on TTB.gov to enable you to determine if your product is one of the few that requires a lab sample. You can use our formula approval tool to see which alcohol beverages require formula approval - and it will also tell you if a lab sample is required - or you can view this quick reference chart (click the section header to expand and view the chart).

If your product does require the submission of a lab sample, check out our guidance on how to obtain a Formula Approval with Laboratory Sample Analysis, including how to fill out your formula application and send the sample to TTB.

Food and Drug Administration: Tobacco Notice

TTB-regulated industries may find this notice of interest.

Harmful and Potentially Harmful Constituents in Tobacco Products and Tobacco Smoke; Established List Additions and Request for Comments

SOURCE: Federal Register / Vol. 91, No. 78 / Thursday, April 23, 2026

AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, HHS

ACTION: Notice; established list additions and request for comments

SUMMARY: The Food and Drug Administration is adding constituents to the list of harmful and potentially harmful constituents in tobacco products and tobacco smoke as required by the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

DATES: Either electronic or written comments on the notice must be submitted by May 26, 2026.