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The patent EP3034563 was granted to Eckart on Oct 16, 2024. The application was filed on Dec 19, 2014 under application number EP14199130A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Patent Maintained As Amended".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUN CHEMICAL COLORS & EFFECTS | Nov 19, 2019 | ALTMANN | ADMISSIBLE |
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The dossier documents provide a comprehensive record of the patent's prosecution history - including filings, correspondence, and decisions made by patent offices - and are crucial for understanding the patent's legal journey and any challenges it may have faced during examination.
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