Economy · Businesses · Competition · 23.10.2026 · 20:14
Omya: Commission investigates exclusivity practices in paper-industry supply
The probe concerns calcium-carbonate purchasing obligations and exclusivity rebates. Opening proceedings does not establish an infringement.
The European Commission opened a formal investigation into Omya on 23 October 2026 over possible abuse of dominance in calcium-carbonate supplies to the paper industry.
Practices under scrutiny
Investigators are examining obligations to buy all or most requirements from the company and exclusivity rebates, over concerns about possible exclusion of competing suppliers.
No final finding
Case AT.40893 does not announce an infringement finding or fine. If proven, the practices may breach Article 102 TFEU and Article 54 of the EEA Agreement. No statutory deadline applies to completion.
Source: European Commission — Directorate-General for Competition
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