MiTrace | Michigan's Encrypted Digital Stamp Program

WELCOME!

We are excited to announce that Michigan has signed a new contract with SICPA Product Security to provide Encrypted Digital Cigarette Stamps, supporting systems, and related services. In order to provide you with clear and timely information, we've developed this webpage to share announcements, house a regularly updated FAQs repository, convey the project timeline, and collect training materials and resources for easy access.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Read the entire announcement here.

January 5, 2022 — The Michigan Department of Treasury will be transitioning key digital stamp functionality from OpSec Security, Inc to SICPA Product Security over the next several months. Our goal is to deliver the enhanced functionality and service with minimal disruption to Michigan Authorized Stamping Agents. Existing stamping equipment and all related hardware will remain the same as a result of this transition, however, the program will include a new stamp design and ordering software.

Frequently Asked Questions (faqs)

Review our list of frequently asked questions regarding the Michigan Department of Treasury's Encrypted Digital Stamp Program.

pROGRAM TIMELINE

Please find below Michigan's Encrypted Digital Stamp Program timeline. Updates to the timeline will be made periodically to track progress.

*Timeline is subject to change.

TRAINING & RESOURCES

MiTrace Training Materials and Resources are live!

NEED HELP?

If you have a question that isn't answered on the FAQ page, please contact the Department of Treasury’s Tobacco Tax Unit at treas_tobaccotaxes@michigan.gov or at (517) 636-4630.

We will respond to emails in the order in which they are received.

We kindly request that you allow 24 hours for a response to your inquiry.

Michigan DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY

Tobacco Tax Unit

Encrypted Digital Stamp Program Resources