Prohibition License Consultant

Prohibition Act, 1949 & State Excise Rules ( State - specific liquor/chemical form )

• In prohibition-enforced states, any company or industry using alcohol-based chemicals, such as Methanol, Ethanol, or Denatured Spirit, must obtain a Prohibition License. This is especially required for use in manufacturing, chemical processing, laboratory analysis, and pharmaceutical industries. The license ensures regulated and lawful procurement, storage, and use of restricted alcohol-based substances.

• Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)

• Ethanol (Ethyl Alcohol)

• Denatured Spirit

• Rectified Spirit (RS)

• Absolute Alcohol

• Industrial Alcohol (for production use)

Commonly Regulated Substances under Prohibition License

Forms & Application Process

• Application for Industrial Permit – For companies using alcohol for manufacturing purposes
  Issued by: Prohibition & Excise Department (State Government)

• Permit for Possession / Storage – To store spirit/methanol at the site
  Issued by: District Collector / Excise Officer

• Transit Pass / Transport Permit – For movement of alcohol across or within state
  Issued by: Excise Department

• Renewal Form – For extending validity of the license
  Issued by: Same issuing authority

Processing Time: 15–30 working days
Renewal Frequency: Typically annual; must be renewed before expiry

Alpha Engineers Can assist with

• Identify correct type of license based on your process or chemical

• Prepare and submit application to Excise Department

• Assist with safe-use affidavits and facility storage layout

• Liaison with state-level Prohibition and Excise offices

• Help with renewals, amendments, and documentation audits

• Support during inspections and verification by authorities