Policies that Support the Verified Trade Portal
SEM Spirits Distribution operates as a licensed B2B alcohol distributor. Our policies are designed to meet federal and state regulations, protect partner data, and ensure responsible commerce for Tarik Areke and future product lines.
Terms of Service
The SEM Spirits Verified Trade Portal is exclusively for licensed wholesalers, retailers, restaurants/bars, distributors, and approved event venues. By requesting access, you agree to the following requirements.
Account Eligibility
- Applicants must provide a valid business license and state alcohol permit.
- Accounts are created manually after verification—self-service registration is disabled.
- Pricing and ordering privileges are tied to assigned roles (wholesaler, retailer, etc.).
Portal Usage
- Login credentials are for the approved business entity only and may not be shared.
- All orders remain subject to manual review, territory restrictions, and volume caps.
- We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for compliance violations.
Payment & Fulfillment
- Payment terms are defined per account (credit card, ACH, or approved net terms).
- Orders may require adult signature on delivery as mandated by shipping carriers.
- Applicable taxes and state fees are calculated based on shipping destination.
Privacy Policy
We collect only the information required to evaluate trade eligibility and to operate the portal. Data is stored securely and never sold.
Data We Collect
- Contact details (name, email, phone) provided via the inquiry form.
- Business information (entity name, license numbers, state, business type).
- Interest flags (Tarik Areke interest, online ordering notifications, verification status).
How Data Is Used
- Manual verification of licenses and permits.
- Account provisioning and compliance tracking.
- Operational communication (confirmation emails, status updates, compliance notices).
Your Rights
- Request data export or deletion by emailing privacy@semspirits.com.
- Opt-out of marketing communications at any time via unsubscribe links.
- Update account information by contacting your SEM Spirits account manager.
Compliance & Responsible Distribution
SEM Spirits aligns operations with TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) guidance, state Alcohol Beverage Control agencies, and responsible marketing practices.
Regulatory Controls
- Age verification enforced site-wide and at checkout.
- Role-based pricing prevents public disclosure of wholesale rates.
- Manual review ensures shipments only go to territories where we are licensed.
Trade Partner Responsibilities
- Maintain valid licenses; notify SEM Spirits of any status changes.
- Adhere to state-specific resale and taxation rules.
- Promote responsible consumption and comply with local marketing restrictions.
Reporting & Support
- Compliance issues can be reported confidentially to compliance@semspirits.com.
- We partner with legal counsel specializing in alcohol distribution for annual reviews.
- All incidents are logged in accordance with our internal risk management plan.