By Lewis Crofts and Nicholas Hirst ( July 20, 2026, 09:45 GMT | Insight) -- Cemex, Chryso, Mapei, Sika and three trade associations are among recipients of formal charges as part of an EU investigation into suspected cartel conduct in the construction chemicals sector. The European Commission alleges they may have colluded on price rises related to the Covid pandemic and the war in Ukraine by preparing press releases through national trade bodies.Cemex, Chryso, Mapei, Sika and three trade associations are among recipients of formal charges as part of an EU investigation into suspected cartel conduct in the construction chemicals sector....
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