Patent No. EP3871515 (titled "Nicotine Salts, Co-Crystals, And Salt Co-Crystal Complexes") was filed by R J Reynolds Tobacco on May 26, 2015. The application was issued on Apr 16, 2025.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| JAPAN TOBACCO | Jan 16, 2026 | BANDPAY & GREUTER |
| KARLHUBER | Jan 16, 2026 | COHAUSZ & FLORACK |
| PHILIP MORRIS | Jan 16, 2026 | HGF |
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