Wednesday, July 3, 2013

China probes dairy giants


China is investigating the world’s largest dairy processors to determine whether they are engaged in price-fixing the market for infant formulas.

The probe involves Danone, Nestlé, Mead Johnson, Abbott, and Wyeth Nutrition.

The companies say they are co-operating with the investigators from China’s National Development and Reform Commission.

The probe also involves a company based in Hong Kong.

Meanwhile Chinese investors are building a large processing plant in Toronto to make infant formula for the Chinese market.

Imported infant formulas became popular after Chinese companies were found adulterating their products with melanine.