Chinese Ministry of Commerce on Tuesday vowed to retaliate against fresh US import tariffs set to take effect later in the day. This was as it reiterated its stance that the Trump administration was trying to shift the blame and bully Beijing over fentanyl flows.

Trump last month delayed the implementation of the 25% tariff against goods from neighboring countries when Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rushed to reassure him they would crack down on illegal immigration and fentanyl smuggling.

Roughly 90% of avocados eaten in the U.S. last year originated in Mexico, USDA data showed. Other products with a high concentration of Mexican imports include tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, jalapenos, limes and mangos. The fresh tariffs may trigger retaliation from Mexico, Canada and China.