New Hamphire Herbal Tinctures Advocacy

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Protect Consumer Access to Herbal Tinctures in the Granite State

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 is working directly with state legislators and enforcement agencies to ensure a timely, favorable resolution.

Issue at a Glance

​Product Threat

Alcohol-based herbal tinctures and liquid extracts have been removed from New Hampshire retail shelves due to a lack of clarity under state law.

Regulatory Goal

AHPA has developed and proposed specific legislative language that distinguishes herbal tinctures and liquid extracts marketed as dietary supplements from New Hampshire Liquor Commission-regulated liquor.

Need for Immediate Action

We are urging the New Hampshire Legislature to adopt AHPA's legislative language and calling on the New Hampshire Liquor Commission to exercise immediate enforcement discretion to keep products on shelves while the technical correction is finalized.

Impact

This issue affects consumers who rely on these products for health and wellness, as well as the independent retailers and small businesses who sell them.
 

Take Action Now

The most effective action you can take right now is to contact New Hampshire State Senator Tara Reardon, who is leading the legislative effort. Your voice is critical in demonstrating widespread support for a quick, sensible resolution that protects both consumer access and local businesses.


Please use the template below, personalize the details, and send your email today.
 

To: tara.reardon@gc.nh.gov
Cc: karen.davis@gc.nh.gov
Subject: Please ACT NOW to protect access to herbal tinctures in New Hampshire

Dear Senator Reardon,

My name is [Name] and I am reaching out to you today [as a concerned New Hampshire resident / to stand with New Hampshire consumers].

As a strong advocate for using herbs and herbal ingredients to support health and wellness, I am writing to urgently express my concern that New Hampshire residents may soon lose access to alcohol-based herbal tinctures and liquid extracts. These essential, health-promoting products are vital not only for the individuals who rely on them for their wellbeing but also for the local health food stores and herbal retailers whose knowledgeable staff provide trusted guidance to our communities.

To address this issue, I respectfully request your support for the legislative amendments proposed by the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA). These amendments will align New Hampshire law with federal standards and those in other states, ensuring consumers can continue buying the safe herbal products they rely on.

As these changes move through the New Hampshire General Court, I’m also asking you to urge the New Hampshire Liquor Commission (NHLC) to exercise immediate and reasonable enforcement discretion. This discretion is necessary to prevent unnecessary and damaging disruptions for responsible New Hampshire businesses and the residents who depend on them.

We need your help now. Please champion AHPA’s legislative amendments and ask the NHLC to exercise reasonable enforcement discretion immediately. Taking these steps now will protect our access to the herbal tinctures and liquid extracts we rely on and keep things stable for the local health stores and herbal businesses we love, all while the long-term solution gets finalized.

Thank you for your leadership and for protecting the rights of consumers in New Hampshire to choose these products.

Sincerely, [Name]
[Optional: City/Town, NH or Company Name]
 


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