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(a) Beer.--For purposes of this chapter (except when used with reference to distilling or distilling material) the term “beer” means beer, ale, porter, stout, and other similar fermented beverages (including saké or similar products) of any name or description containing one-half of 1 percent or more of alcohol by volume, brewed or produced from malt, wholly or in part, or from any substitute therefor.
(b) Gallon.--For purposes of this subpart, the term “gallon” means the liquid measure containing 231 cubic inches.
(c) Removed for consumption or sale.--Except as provided for in the case of removal of beer without payment of tax, the term “removed for consumption or sale”, for the purposes of this subpart, means--
(1) Sale of beer.--The sale and transfer of possession of beer for consumption at the brewery; or
(2) Removals.--Any removal of beer from the brewery.
(d) Brewer.--For purposes of this chapter, the term “brewer” means any person who brews beer or produces beer for sale. Such term shall not include any person who produces only beer exempt from tax under section 5053(e).
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 26 U.S.C. § 5052 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 26. Internal Revenue Code § 5052. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2018 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-26-internal-revenue-code/26-usc-sect-5052.html
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