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Rockwool Under Investigation by Danish Authorities for Russia-Related Business

Danish multinational mineral wool product manufacturer Rockwool International confirmed a Global Investigations Review report that the Danish Business Authority is investigating the company for its Russia-related business activities. Rockwool said the agency had requested "general information, for example, regarding ownership structures as well as regarding potential sanctioned sales and sales involving the Russian military."

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The company said stone wool is not a sanctioned material and cannot be considered a dual-use item. "ROCKWOOL has completely stopped any import or export of stone wool products to or from Russia, in full compliance with all applicable sanctions," the company said.