Patent No. EP4225062 (titled "Aerosol-Generating Article Having A Shredded Tobacco Substrate And An Upstream Element") was filed by Philip Morris on Aug 26, 2021. The application was issued on Oct 2, 2024.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| IMPERIAL TOBACCO | Jul 2, 2025 | MEWBURN ELLIS |
| JAPAN TOBACCO | Jul 2, 2025 | GILL JENNINGS & EVERY |
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