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The patent EP1716103 was granted to Basf on Jan 10, 2018. The application was filed on Jan 27, 2005 under application number EP05701201A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Revoked".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INVISTA RL | Oct 10, 2018 | CARPMAELS & RANSFORD | WITHDRAWN |
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Decision to grant a European patent
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CDS Clean up - amended applicant details
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Published international application - A1
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