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The patent EP2768865 was granted to Politex DI Freudenberg Politex on Nov 28, 2018. The application was filed on Oct 16, 2012 under application number EP12775477A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".
A 100% natural, sustainable binding resin for nonwoven fabrics, comprising starch, a natural crosslinker, a catalyst, and optionally additives and a hydrophobing agent. The resin is free from formaldehyde and other toxic substances, and provides improved mechanical properties and dimensional stability compared to conventional synthetic resins. It is particularly suitable for manufacturing supports for bituminous membranes, as well as other building, flooring, and insulation products.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCV CAPITAL | Aug 28, 2019 | HASELTINE LAKE KEMPNER | WITHDRAWN |
Patent citations refer to prior patents cited during different phases such as opposition or international search.
| Citation Phase | Publication Number |
|---|---|
| DESCRIPTION | EP0312008 |
| DESCRIPTION | EP0354023 |
| DESCRIPTION | EP0387511 |
| DESCRIPTION | EP1942142 |
| DESCRIPTION | EP2192153 |
| DESCRIPTION | JPH1112946 |
| DESCRIPTION | JPH1112947 |
| DESCRIPTION | US2005215153 |
| DESCRIPTION | US2009275699 |
| DESCRIPTION | US2010021644 |
| EXAMINATION | EP0405921 |
| INTERNATIONAL-SEARCH-REPORT | EP1475390 |
| INTERNATIONAL-SEARCH-REPORT | PL200024B |
| INTERNATIONAL-SEARCH-REPORT | WO0039389 |
| INTERNATIONAL-SEARCH-REPORT | WO2011042610 |
| OPPOSITION | EP0354023 |
| OPPOSITION | EP0405921 |
| OPPOSITION | EP0583086 |
| OPPOSITION | EP0826710 |
| OPPOSITION | US2004254285 |
| OPPOSITION | US2005215153 |
| OPPOSITION | US2007142596 |
| OPPOSITION | US2010282996 |
| OPPOSITION | US2011021101 |
| OPPOSITION | US5977232 |
| OPPOSITION | WO2006120523 |
| OPPOSITION | WO2008053332 |
| OPPOSITION | WO2011042610 |
| OPPOSITION | WO2011044490 |
| OPPOSITION | WO2012013723 |
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