International Trade Division (ITD)
MISSION
ITD serves a key role in educating foreign governments about the unique mission and structure of TTB and facilitating the import/export trade in beverage and industrial alcohol. ITD coordinates briefings and other liaison activities for the foreign alcohol and tobacco industry members and foreign government officials.
FUNCTIONS
- Works with the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) and other Federal executive departments to create worldwide opportunities for economic development and technological progress.
- Works with other TTB program subject matter experts and the Chief Counsel to serve as the technical advisor and authority on U.S. alcohol beverage laws, regulations, and policy.
- Assists the USTR in the worldwide expansion of market access for U.S. goods and services and assists in the negotiation of bilateral and multilateral free trade agreement issues related to wine and spirits.
