AHPA leads coalition to protect consumer access to herbal tinctures in New Hampshire

• By: AHPA
• On: 11/25/2025 16:55:09
• In: Regulation / Legislation

November 25, 2025

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) is spearheading a growing coalition to address a significant and immediate crisis facing the availability of alcohol-based herbal tinctures and liquid extracts in New Hampshire. Due to a lack of clarity in state law, representatives of the New Hampshire Liquor Commission (NHLC) have demanded removal of these products from the shelves of numerous New Hampshire retailers. Initially brought to AHPA's attention by a concerned member, this issue requires swift and direct action.

AHPA has developed and proposed specific legislative language that distinguishes herbal tinctures and liquid extracts marketed as dietary supplements from NHLC-regulated liquor. This legislative solution would align New Hampshire's regulatory practice with established federal dietary supplement regulations and the practices of other states.

AHPA has shared its legislative proposal directly with the office of New Hampshire State Senator Tara Reardon, who is leading the legislative effort. AHPA has also encouraged the NHLC to exercise immediate and reasonable enforcement discretion until the New Hampshire state legislature can enact the necessary technical corrections.

“We extend our gratitude to Senator Reardon and the New Hampshire Liquor Commission for their ongoing engagement as all parties work toward a timely, mutually satisfactory solution that protects and supports consumers and businesses in New Hampshire,” said Graham Rigby, AHPA President & CEO and proud New Hampshire resident. “In addition, we are deeply thankful to our AHPA members and the wider herbal community for the passionate grassroots support we have already seen.”

Upon learning of the issue, AHPA brought together its members and other stakeholders from the wider herbal community, forming a coalition that has already sprung into action. In outreach to Senator Reardon, concerned constituents and industry members have called upon Senator Reardon to support AHPA's legislative amendment.

AHPA invites all concerned parties — from industry stakeholders to consumers — to support AHPA's efforts to protect access to alcohol-based herbal tinctures and liquid extracts in New Hampshire. Join the ongoing outreach campaign by contacting Senator Tara Reardon directly to express your concerns and voice your support for AHPA's legislative amendment.

AHPA is committed to leading this growing coalition until a favorable resolution is achieved, ensuring that New Hampshire businesses can compliantly serve their customers without interruption.