Due to differences in alcohol content, states tend to tax wine at a higher rate than beer but at a lower rate than distilled spirits. …
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Gasket Inspection is Essential for Compliant Closure
If you are using a United Nations certified open or closed head steel drum, the closure system most likely relies on a gasket to complete …
Can Ice Cream be a HazMat!
The shipping of ice cream can be classified as a dangerous good, or hazmat for transport if it’s packed in dry ice. As a result …
Keeping Birds Away
Wineries exist in every state in this Union, as do birds. Birds carry diseases and parasites, and no one wants anything dropping into their premium …
PHSMA launches HAZMATICS
Recently, the DOT’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) launched the HAZMATICS portal for shippers of dangerous goods classified contents. The Portal allows a …
Ripple Effects of Steel Tariffs Impacting California Wine Industry
According to a recent article in the Napa Valley Register, China has followed through on threats to raise tariffs on U.S. wines and a range …