ALCOHOL FOR FUEL

The manufacture, sale, and transportation of ethanol (ethyl alcohol) for use as fuel is exempt from the requirements of the Ohio Liquor Control laws and rules (Admin Code 4301:1 & Title 43). This means that, unlike manufacturers of beer, wine, and spirituous liquor, persons who manufacture alcohol for use as fuel do not need to apply for an Ohio liquor permit.

Under the Ohio Revised Code, alcohol is defined as "ethyl alcohol, whether rectified or diluted with water or not, whatever its origin may be, and includes synthetic ethyl alcohol. 'Alcohol' does not include denatured alcohol and wood alcohol."

Federal requirements for the manufacture of alcohol must still be satisfied. Information on Federal requirements for the manufacture of alcohol for fuel may be found at the website of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB).

The Division of Liquor Control is mainly concerned with compliance with all Ohio liquor laws and administrative rules. The Division is a good resource for providing general guidance regarding liquor law, but suggests that you consult private legal counsel on matters concerning the operation of your business.