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India Probes Fragrance Giants Over Deals Not to Poach Workers

India’s antitrust watchdog is investigating global fragrance makers Givaudan, Firmenich and International Flavors & Fragrances over accusations of striking anti-poaching deals that can harm ​workers, regulatory documents show.
Fragrance maker Givaudan’s core profit fell due to muted demand.
The industry creates and makes fine ​fragrances for brands such as Hugo Boss and Gucci, as well as the aromas of household products for companies such as Procter & Gamble and Colgate-Palmolive. (Shutterstock)

India’s antitrust watchdog is investigating global fragrance makers Givaudan, Firmenich and International Flavors & Fragrances over accusations of striking anti-poaching deals that can harm ​workers, regulatory documents show.

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