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The patent EP2731996 was granted to Performance Polyamides on Jun 29, 2022. The application was filed on Jul 6, 2012 under application number EP12733695A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Patent Maintained As Amended".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMS PATENT | Jan 4, 2019 | PFENNING | - |
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