Patent No. EP3446668 (titled "Absorbent Article") was filed by Unicharm on May 9, 2017. The application was issued on Jul 28, 2021.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| THE PROCTER & GAMBLE | Apr 28, 2022 | ELKINGTON AND FIFE |
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