Covers nuclear reactors, boilers, turbines, engines, pumps, compressors, air conditioning, computers, and a wide range of industrial and office machinery.

2% avg

Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery

Encompasses electrical and electronic equipment including motors, generators, transformers, batteries, semiconductors, televisions, and telephones.

2.5% avg

Chapter 90: Optical, Medical Instruments

Covers optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical, and surgical instruments and apparatus.

2.5% avg

Chapter 39: Plastics

Encompasses plastics in primary forms (polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, PET) and articles of plastics such as containers, tubes, and packaging.

4.2% avg

Chapter 87: Vehicles (not Railway)

Encompasses motor vehicles, trucks, buses, motorcycles, bicycles, trailers, and vehicle parts and accessories for road transportation.

2.5% avg

Major Ports of Entry

Port of Portsmouth

New Hampshire is an active importing state, with approximately $6B in annual imports.

Major ports of entry include Port of Portsmouth, which handle the bulk of the state's international freight.

The top import partners for New Hampshire are CA, CN, MX, and DE, JP. These trading relationships reflect both geographic proximity and industry concentration within the state.

Under the current tariff regime, New Hampshire's importers face the 10% Section 122 tariff on most goods, effective since February 24, 2026. The shift from variable IEEPA rates to a flat 10% has simplified compliance for many businesses. The Section 122 tariff expires approximately July 24, 2026 unless Congress acts to extend it.

Key import product categories for New Hampshire include goods from HTS chapters most relevant to the state's industrial base. Businesses in the state should monitor developments in Section 232 (metals), Section 301 (China), and the pending Section 122 expiration.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does New Hampshire import annually?

New Hampshire imports approximately $6 billion in goods annually. Major ports include Port of Portsmouth.

What countries does New Hampshire import from most?

New Hampshire's top import partners are CA, CN, MX, DE, JP. These reflect the state's industry mix and geographic position.

How do tariffs affect businesses in New Hampshire?

The 10% Section 122 tariff affects all imports entering New Hampshire. With $6B in annual imports, even a 1% tariff change represents 0.1 billion dollars in additional costs. Businesses should factor tariff costs into purchasing decisions and explore trade agreement benefits.