"Richard Heckman" > wrote in message
...
> Not that I have any intention of distilling but the regulation
> specifically
> mentions anyone in the business of distilling. It does not say that it
> applies to anyone distilling for own use. It seems that you might have to
> contact ATF for the whole answer. I'm no lawyer but it seems that if you
> registered the still and conducted no business, you'd be OK.
>
> Dick

Hmmmm, I don't think ATF shares the same definition of "business." I copied
the following from:
http://www.atf.gov/alcohol/info/faq/spirits.htm

"S3: I've seen ads for home distilling equipment in catalogs ("turn wine
into brandy," "make your own essential oils"). Is it legal to buy and use a
still like that?
Under Federal rules administered by ATF, it depends on how you use the
still. You may not produce alcohol with these stills unless you qualify as a
distilled spirits plant (see earlier question). However, owning a small
still and using it for other purposes is allowed. You should also check with
your State and local authorities - their rules may differ. "

Note: two more paragraphs accompany this, but this is the nut. One of the
other paragraphs has to do with using a still in a school science fair
project. ATF says it can be done, with restrictions.

Casey