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Maine Grocery Tax (2026)

Permitted: "Grocery staples" — food products ordinarily consumed for human nourishment (produce, meat, fish, dairy, bread, canned and boxed foods) — are exempt.

PermittedVerified Jul 12, 2026

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"Grocery staples" — food products ordinarily consumed for human nourishment (produce, meat, fish, dairy, bread, canned and boxed foods) — are exempt. Taxable: candy and confections, soft drinks, bottled water, dietary supplements, snack foods (chips, granola bars), desserts/bakery items, and jerky; prepared food is taxed at the higher 8% rate.

Official source: maine.gov →

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Grocery Tax in states bordering Maine

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

New HampshirePermitted
New Hampshire has no general sales tax, so groceries are never taxed.
Verified Jul 15, 2026 · Source: revenue.nh.gov · Full New Hampshire rule →

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