What role do Mexico, Canada and China play in fentanyl reaching the U.S.?


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Originally Published: <time datetime="2025-02-03 13:38:36">February 3, 2025 at 1:38 PM EST</time>

What role do Mexico, Canada and China play in fentanyl reaching the U.S.?{ai:summary}<p>Fentanyl trafficking into the U.S. involves significant contributions from Mexico, Canada, and China. Mexico is a primary transit point, while China supplies precursor chemicals used in fentanyl production. Canada also plays a role in the distribution network.</p><p>Efforts to combat this crisis require collaboration among these nations to address the flow of fentanyl and its components. Enhanced border security and international cooperation are critical to tackling this public health emergency. #crime</p>

Tariff threats take aim at fentanyl trafficking. Here’s how the drug reaches the US

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