AB-45 – Price Filing Requirements and Deadlines
What suppliers, wholesalers, and wineries must file and when following reinstated price filing rules
Maryland has reinstated alcohol price filing requirements following a court decision.
Businesses that sell wine and distilled spirits must now submit pricing information on a set schedule and follow updated filing procedures.
This page explains what must be filed, when it is due, and how to stay compliant.
What you need to know
- Price filing requirements are back in effect
- You must submit pricing by specific deadlines
- Different requirements apply depending on your filing history
- Products cannot be sold if prices are not filed
Who This Applies To
This guidance applies to:
- Suppliers
- Maryland wholesalers
- Maryland wineries
- Non-resident dealers
What Changed
A court ruling removed a previous injunction, allowing Maryland to enforce:
- The 30-day post-and-hold price filing system
- The ban on quantity discounts
These requirements are now back in effect.
Filing Schedule
- Next price filing:
- Due: December 5, 2005
- Effective: January 1, 2006
Ongoing schedule:
- File by the 5th of each month
- Prices take effect on the first day of the following month
What You Must Submit
Depending on your situation:
If you previously filed prices:
- You will receive a Turn-Around Document
- You must:
- Update it
- Return it by the deadline
If you did NOT previously file prices:
- You must submit a New Item Schedule
- One for each brand you intend to sell
All filings must reflect prices effective January 1, 2006.
Required Forms
You may need:
- Turn-Around Document (for existing products)
- New Item Schedule (for new or previously unfiled products)
- FOB/wholesaler assignment forms (for suppliers)
Forms are available through the Comptroller’s Office.
Important Requirement
Any wine or distilled spirits:
- Not on file by January 1, 2006
- Cannot be sold in Maryland
Compliance Requirements
Businesses must:
- Submit all required filings on time
- Ensure all product pricing is properly filed
- Follow the established monthly filing schedule
Failure to comply may result in products being prohibited from sale.
Important Notes
- This bulletin follows the reinstatement of pricing rules
- Filing requirements apply to all applicable businesses
- Ongoing compliance requires monthly filings
Need Help?
For questions about price filing, contact the ATCC: 410-260-7314 ext. 2 or [email protected]