Donald Trump has long threatened increasing tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada, and China.
The second-time president argues higher levies will help reduce illegal migration and the smuggling of fentanyl to the US.
On Saturday, the president confirmed that he would subject Mexican and Canadian goods to the full 25% tariff – and Chinese imports to 10%.
However, Canadian energy, including oil, natural gas and electricity, will be taxed at a 10% rate. The levies will take effect on Tuesday.
Although the Trump administration says the changes will boost domestic production, there will likely be wide-ranging negative consequences for the US consumer.
Economists argue supply chains will be disrupted and businesses will suffer increased costs – leading to an overall rise in prices.
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Both Mexico and Canada rely heavily on their imports and exports, which make up around 70% of their Gross Domestic Products (GDPs), putting them at even greater risk from the new tariffs.
China only relies on trade for 37% of its economy, having made a concerted effort to ramp up domestic production, making it relatively less vulnerable.
Here we look at where US consumers will feel the biggest impact.
Avocados – and other fruit and veg
The US imports between half and 60% of its fresh produce from Mexico – and 80% of its avocados, according to figures from the US Department of Agriculture.
Canada also supplies a lot of the US’s fruit and vegetables, which are mainly grown in greenhouses on the other side of the US border.
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