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Method For Making Silicone Hydrogel Contact Lenses - EP3774310
The patent EP3774310 was granted to Alcon on Jul 6, 2022. The application was filed on Mar 27, 2019 under application number EP19721786A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Opposition Rejected".
EP3774310
- Application Number
- EP19721786A
- Filing Date
- Mar 27, 2019
- Status
- Opposition Rejected
- Feb 7, 2025
- Publication Date
- Jul 6, 2022
- External Links
- Slate, Register, Google Patents
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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| COOPERVISION | Apr 4, 2023 | BECK GREENER | ADMISSIBLE |
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