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Fleece For Oral Product With Releasable Component - EP4072347
The patent EP4072347 was granted to Nicoventures on Feb 12, 2025. The application was filed on Dec 8, 2020 under application number EP20845439A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".
EP4072347
- Application Number
- EP20845439A
- Filing Date
- Dec 8, 2020
- Status
- Granted And Under Opposition
- Jan 10, 2025
- Publication Date
- Feb 12, 2025
- External Links
- Slate, Register, Google Patents
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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWEDISH MATCH NORTH EUROPE | Nov 12, 2025 | VALEA | ADMISSIBLE |
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Dossier Documents
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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