Patent No. EP3772286 (titled "Composition For Aerozol Food Product, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, And Method Of Producing Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose") was filed by Shin Etsu Chemical on Aug 7, 2020. The application was issued on Jul 10, 2024.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| NUTRITION & BIOSCIENCES USA 1 | Apr 8, 2025 | F & E |
| NUTRITION & BIOSCIENCES USA 1 | Apr 8, 2025 | F & E PATENT |
| DUPONT NUTRITION BIOSCIENCES | Mar 27, 2025 | F & E |
| N & H DENMARK | Mar 27, 2025 | F & E |
| N&H DENMARK APS | Mar 27, 2025 | F & E PATENT |
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