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The patent EP2643401 was granted to Compagnie Gnrale DES Etablissements Michelin on Oct 14, 2020. The application was filed on Nov 24, 2011 under application number EP11791255A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| HASEGAWA | Jul 13, 2021 | WINTER | WITHDRAWN |
| SUMITOMO RUBBER INDUSTRIES | Jul 13, 2021 | MANITZ FINSTERWALD PATENT UND RECHTSANWALTSPARTNERSCHAFT MBB | WITHDRAWN |
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