Patent Oppositions in tobacco industry

Explore the competitive field of tobacco where companies are constantly innovating to stay ahead. Discover the latest patent opposition trends, top companies filing and facing patent oppositions, and the most recent patents under dispute. Stay informed on patent activity in tobacco technology and learn how to protect your intellectual property.

Explore the top companies that have filed the most patent oppositions in the technology industry.

Explore the top companies that have faced the most patent oppositions in the technology industry.

Explore the top law firms that have filed the most patent oppositions in the technology industry.

Last updated on: Jul 9, 2026
Law FirmTotal Oppositions Filed
D YOUNG154
BIANCIARDI111
HGF103
BANDPAY & GREUTER89
DEHNS84
MEWBURN ELLIS75
GILL JENNINGS & EVERY51
GRUNECKER PATENT36
REDDIE & GROSE26
KARL21

Patent challenges are becoming increasingly common in the tobacco industry as companies work to protect their innovations in a highly competitive market. These legal battles can significantly impact the development and release of new technologies. Below is a list of the latest patents that have been opposed in the tobacco industry, offering a snapshot of the ongoing struggles over intellectual property rights. For anyone involved in this industry, understanding these patent disputes is essential for navigating its future.

Last updated on: Jul 9, 2026
Patent NumberTitleApplicantOpposition DateOpposition Name
Aerosol-Generating Device With Heating Zone InsulationPHILIP MORRISJun 3, 2026NICOVENTURES
Aerosol-Generating Device And System Comprising An Inductive Heating Device And Method Of Operating SamePHILIP MORRISJun 1, 2026NICOVENTURES
Heating ElementNICOVENTURESMay 27, 2026JAPAN TOBACCO
Collecting Container For Connecting SheetsKRBERMay 22, 2026GD
Smoking Device And Method For Aerosol-GenerationPHILIP MORRISMay 19, 2026NICOVENTURES
Aerosol Generation Device Comprising Voltage Converter And Method For Controlling SameKT&GMay 7, 2026NICOVENTURES
A Method For Treating Tobacco Material And Treated Tobacco MaterialPHILIP MORRISMay 6, 2026JAPAN TOBACCO
Oral Product And Method Of ManufactureNICOVENTURESMay 4, 2026SWEDISH MATCH NORTH EUROPE
Aerosol Generating Device And Method For Controlling SameKT&GApr 29, 2026NICOVENTURES
Aerosol Delivery Device With Condensing And Non-Condensing VaporizationRAI STRATEGICApr 23, 2026PHILIP MORRIS

To stay ahead in the competitive tobacco industry, companies are constantly innovating. Here are the top patents facing oppositions in the tobacco industry. Stay informed on the latest opposition trends and learn how to protect your intellectual property.

Last updated on: Jul 9, 2026
Patent NumberPublication DateTitleApplicantTotal Oppositions
Dec 11, 2024Moist Oral CompositionsNICOVENTURES10
Feb 13, 2019Container Containing A Nicotine SolutionNICOVENTURES6
Sep 9, 2020System For Vaporization Of SubstanceJAPAN TOBACCO6
Dec 5, 2018Heating Smokeable MaterialNICOVENTURES5
Dec 11, 2024Oral Products With Reduced IrritationNICOVENTURES5
Nov 22, 2023VaporizerVMR PRODUCTS5
Jun 10, 2026Nicotine Salt Formulations For Aerosol Devices And Methods ThereofPAX LABS5
Jul 22, 2020Electronic Inhalation DeviceNICOVENTURES5
Dec 26, 2018An Aerosol Electronic CigaretteFONTEM4
Nov 19, 2025Electronic Smoking Device And Process Of Manufacturing ThereofFONTEM4