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The patent EP2708548 was granted to Purecircle SDN BHD on Dec 6, 2017. The application was filed on Oct 13, 2010 under application number EP13196410A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Revoked".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| JACOBACCI & PARTNERS | Aug 31, 2018 | GERBINO | ADMISSIBLE |
| RUSSELL | Aug 24, 2018 | - | ADMISSIBLE |
Patent citations refer to prior patents cited during different phases such as opposition or international search.
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