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The Competition Markets Authority (CMA)<\/a> has launched an investigation<\/a> into suspected anti-competitive conduct in construction chemicals supply<\/h2>\n

This anti-competitive conduct relates to the supply of chemical admixtures and additives essential for products like concrete,<\/a> mortars and cement used in the construction industry.<\/p>\n

The CMA is in contact with authorities, including the European Commission and the United States Department of Justice, Antitrust Division.<\/p>\n

The CMA will state if competition law has been infringed<\/h3>\n

Following an investigation and information gathering, the CMA may issue a statement of objections regarding whether competition law has been infringed.<\/p>\n

At this stage, the CMA has advised that no\u00a0assumptions should be made about whether competition law has been broken.<\/p>\n

This investigation reflects the CMA\u2019s commitment outlined in its Annual Plan 2023 to 2024 to deter anti-competitive behaviour, so that competitive, fair-dealing businesses can innovate and thrive.<\/p>\n

You can find further detail of the CMA’s procedures in competition cases here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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