The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into the supply of chemicals used in the construction industry.

The authority has reason to suspect anti-competitive behaviour has taken place involving a number of suppliers of these chemicals and some industry bodies. This conduct relates to the supply of chemical admixtures and additives which are an essential input for products such as concrete, mortars and cement in the construction industry.

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CMA is working closely with the European Commission, which has also began to investigate suspected anti-competitive conduct in the sector.

After a period of investigating, the CMA may issue a statement of objections if it comes

to the provisional view that competition law has been infringed. Although, not all cases proceed to a statement of objections and currently no assumptions should be made about whether competition law has been broken.

This investigation reflects the CMA's commitment to deter anti-competitive behaviour, so that competitive, fair-dealing businesses can innovate and thrive.