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South Carolina Department of Revenue
Alcohol Beverage Licensing
PO Box 125
Columbia, SC 29214-0907

Phone: 803-898-5864

Report alcohol-related violations:


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Contracting Liquor Producer License (PLP)

The Contracting Liquor Producer License authorizes an entity to:

  • Contract out production of liquor to a third-party contractor
  • Sell the liquor produced by contractors to licensed wholesalers

License ​renewal

The Contracting Liquor Producer License must be renewed by August 31 of even years. ​ Learn more about the renewal schedule​.

​​ ​This license does NOT authorize:
  • The manufacturing, distilling, or bottling of liquor by the licensee
  • The sale or consumption of beer or wine
  • The distribution and sale of liquor to retail locations
  • The retail sale of liquor to customers for consumption or to-go
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​Application requirements and instructions​

First, it's important for you to review the general ABL applicant requirements listed on the ABL license directory page ​to make sure you are eligible to apply.

When you’re ready to apply, we recommend submitting your application using our free online tax portal, MyDORWAY. It’s faster and easier than completing a paper application, and you don’t have to worry about mail proc​essing or making a trip to one of our offices.​​

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​ ​Fees​

  • ​Contract Liquor Producer License fee: $400 (Due every two years with license renewal)​
  • Liquor Producer Representative License fee: $250 (Due every two years with license renewal)


License requirements ​​
  • You must submit a completed Application for Registration of Alcoholic Liquor Producer or Importer (ABL-107), including all supplemental forms. See Required Forms below for more information. We recommend applying on MyDORWAY​, but if submitting a paper copy of the application, make sure it’s signed and dated. 
  • You must demonstrate that you have a contractual arrangement with a licensed Liquor Producer. 
    • You must submit a copy of a binding, written agreement between the applicant and the contractor being utilized for production services. 
    • You must submit a signed affirmation letter certifying the nature and scope of the arrangement between the applicant and the contractor. 
    • If your contractor is a liquor producer that operates in another state, you may be required to submit proof of licensure in the state in which it operates. 
  • You must submit a copy of your Federal Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) Basic Permit.
  • You must submit an Application for Liquor Brand Registration (ABL-107A​) that lists all labels and which are produced by the contractor. 
    • For each label or brand listed, submit a Certificate of Label Approval (COLA) from the Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). If the alcohol content is less than 7% ABV, submit a copy of the label or brand. 
    • ​If your contractor is listed on the Certificate of Label Approval, you may need to demonstrate that you are the owner-in-fact of the brand. 
  • You must designate a registered liquor representative in South Carolina using the Application for Liquor Representative (ABL-107B) 
  • You must designate a wholesaler that holds an open South Carolina Wholesaler License in good standing. 
  • No person may have direct or indirect ownership, influence, or financial interest in more than one of the following entities: a manufacturer, a distributor, or a retailer of liquor.

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Frequently asked questions

Review the FAQs below for answers to frequently asked questions about the Contracting Liquor Producer License​. Our Liquor and ​Operating an ABL Business​​ pages ​have ​additional helpful information.​

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When would I not be required to have a Contracting Liquor Produ​cer License?​

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Related SC Code of Laws

  • SC Code Section 61-​6-2840 – ​Outlines Producer Permits 
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 or Return to​ the ABL license directory​​
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