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The patent EP2968028 was granted to The Procter & Gamble on Apr 10, 2024. The application was filed on Mar 11, 2014 under application number EP14719135A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Patent Maintained As Amended".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIMBERLY CLARK WORLDWIDE | Jul 10, 2018 | DEHNS | - |
| ONTEX BVBA | Jul 10, 2018 | FINNEGAN EUROPE | - |
| FITESA GERMANY | Jul 9, 2018 | VAN WIJK | ADMISSIBLE |
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