It's the latest tit-for-tat tariff spat between the two superpowers following a period of calmed tensions.

Trump hits out with 100% tariffs on Chinese imports after Beijing’s fresh curbs on rare earths, a month before both sides were due to agree a deal

US tariffs also came into effect on imported timber, kitchen cabinets and upholstered furniture.

The Trump administration recently began charging fees for Chinese ships docking at U.S. ports, prompting China to retaliate.

Analysts have warned the tit-for-tat trade fees risk 'distorting global freight flows' for goods including petrol, toys.

It's the latest tit-for-tat tariff spat between the two superpowers following a period of calmed tensions.