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Enhanced Barrier Performance Via Blends Of Poly(Ethylene Furandicarboxylate) And Poly(Ethylene Terephthalate) - EP3307515

The patent EP3307515 was granted to Covation on Feb 24, 2021. The application was originally filed on Jun 1, 2016 under application number EP16730943A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".

EP3307515

COVATION
Application Number
EP16730943A
Filing Date
Jun 1, 2016
Status
Granted And Under Opposition
Jan 22, 2021
Grant Date
Feb 24, 2021
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