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The patent EP3405051 was granted to RAI Strategic on Mar 4, 2020. The application was filed on Jan 19, 2017 under application number EP17702162A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Revoked".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIP MORRIS | Dec 4, 2020 | GRUNECKER PATENT | - |
| WEICKMANN & WEICKMANN | Dec 4, 2020 | WEICKMANN & WEICKMANN PARTMBB | ADMISSIBLE |
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