TOKYO— It has  been reported that Canon will cut its ties with HP Inc if the hostile takeover bid launched by Xerox is successful. Canon CEO Fujio Matarai is quoted as saying that a takeover by Xerox would create a company rivalling Canon’s own business. HP buys laser printer components from Canon, and is one of the Japanese manufacturer’s biggest customers. The relationship, which involves sharing of technology and IP, is based on trust between the companies’ top management, Matarai adds. Fuji has also has decided to end the Technology Agreement with Xerox Corporation on the agreement’s expiration date, March 31, 2021. Fuji makes most of Xerox's office copiers and holds most of the pattens . All the signs point to a major disruption in Xerox's supply chain for office products if the Xerox HP deal goes a head. Fuji will also be allowed to sell copiers directly into the North American and European markets after March 2021.   Xerox has commenced an unsolicited exchange offer to acquire all outstanding shares of HP common stock for consideration consisting of cash, Xerox common stock, or a combination thereof.