Leading printer manufacturers such as Hewlett-Packard, Lexmark, Canon, and Epson have been accused of using anti-competitive tactics that force consumers to purchase original cartridges rather than cheaper alternatives from smaller companies.
After receiving numerous complaints from angry consumers at the high prices of cartridges, authorities in Brussels, Belgium, decided to take action.
Under European law companies are not permitted to use their strong position in one market to hinder competition If found guilty of breaking European competition regulations, companies can be fined up to 10% of their revenues.
