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Oral Product With Multiple Flavors Having Different Release Profiles - EP4072345
The patent EP4072345 was granted to Nicoventures on Dec 11, 2024. The application was filed on Dec 8, 2020 under application number EP20845436A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".
EP4072345
- Application Number
- EP20845436A
- Filing Date
- Dec 8, 2020
- Status
- Granted And Under Opposition
- Nov 8, 2024
- Publication Date
- Dec 11, 2024
- External Links
- Slate, Register, Google Patents
Patent Summary
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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWEDISH MATCH NORTH EUROPE | Sep 11, 2025 | VALEA | ADMISSIBLE |
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Dossier Documents
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