Garden of Choices: Triptych About Dutch Earning Potential

On 22 April 2026, DNB Executive Director Olaf Sleijpen delivered a speech at the Jeroen Bosch Summit in Den Bosch, using Hieronymus Bosch's Garden of Earthly Delights as a metaphorical framework to analyze Dutch earning potential. The speech presented a triptych structure: a stable starting point on the left panel, turbulent economic challenges in the center panel, and solutions for sustaining prosperity and a healthy business climate in the Netherlands and Europe on the right panel.

CSSF Revises UCITS Annex Document Version 3.2 for Article 17 Notifications

The CSSF has published Version 3.2 of its Annex to the notification letter under Article 17 of Directive 2009/65/EC (UCITSD), updating the previous version. The document is a standardized form (DOCX format, 115.3Kb) for management companies to use when submitting cross-border notifications. This update supersedes the prior version of the annex document and is relevant to investment fund managers operating under Chapter 15 of Luxembourg's regulatory framework.

IFM Guidelines on Cross-Border Management Notification and De-Notification Procedures

The CSSF has published guidelines on cross-border management notification and de-notification procedures applicable to Luxembourg investment fund managers. The guidance is addressed to alternative investment fund managers and management companies operating under Chapter 15 of Luxembourg law. A PDF user guide (744.15Kb) accompanies the publication to support practical implementation of the new procedures.

MiFID Annex Notification Letter Under UCITS AIFMD Articles

CSSF Luxembourg published a MiFID annex template for use in cross-border management notification letters under UCITS Directive Articles 17/18 and/or AIFMD Article 33. The form, effective 22 April 2026, is relevant for alternative investment fund managers and management companies subject to Chapter 15 requirements under Luxembourg's investment fund regulatory framework.

AIFMD Article 33 Notification Letter Requirements Version 3.2

The CSSF published version 3.2 of the Annex to the notification letter under Article 33 of Directive 2011/61/EU (AIFMD), updating the procedural requirements for alternative investment fund managers notifying the Luxembourg regulator. The document, available as a downloadable DOCX template, applies to AIFMs using the Luxembourg regulatory framework for cross-border notifications. The updated version supersedes prior iterations of the Annex.

Clear Path Energy Advisors LLC Application for Licensure

Clear Path Energy Advisors LLC filed an application for licensure as an Agent, Broker, and Consultant under Section 16-115C of the Illinois Public Utilities Act. The application was filed on April 22, 2026 under docket P2026-0361 and is currently pending administrative law judge action. The filing is categorized under the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity/Good Standing/Service Authority case type.

Stipulated Agreement, Railroad Safety, Wyckles Road Crossing

The Illinois Commerce Commission filed a stipulated agreement on April 21, 2026, among Macon County Highway Department, Illinois Central Railroad Company, and the State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, to improve public safety at the Wyckles Road highway-rail grade crossing near Warrensburg, Macon County, Illinois. The crossing is designated as AAR/DOT #292834K, railroad milepost 70.60-B. The agreement is currently in initial status and pending completion.

Market Risk Prudential Requirements FRTB Consultation

The European Commission has launched a public consultation on a draft delegated act implementing the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) market risk capital requirements for EU banks. The FRTB, part of the global Basel III framework from the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, introduces more advanced risk-measurement methods to better align capital requirements with actual trading risks. With all other Basel III requirements having applied since January 1, 2025, the FRTB is targeted for January 1, 2027 implementation. The proposed amendments aim to offset the negative capital impact for EU banks for three years to support a level playing field internationally.

Policy Statement: Reconsideration of Decisions for Priority Review Status and AC-NOC/c

Health Canada announces a policy change effective April 22, 2026, eliminating the reconsideration pathway for rejected Priority Review Requests and rejected Requests for Advance Consideration under the Notice of Compliance with Conditions (AC-NOC/c) Policy. Requests for priority review status or AC-NOC/c submitted before April 22, 2026, that are rejected will still be eligible for reconsideration. Sponsors dissatisfied with a decision may file a second request with new information 60 days after the original request date.

State v. Elizabeth A. Erickson Criminal Case Opinion

Wisconsin Court of Appeals released a criminal case opinion styled State v. Elizabeth A. Erickson, Case No. 2025AP001150-CR, on April 22, 2026. The opinion originates from District 2 and was filed in Fond du Lac County. The PDF document is available for download through the court's electronic opinions system.

State v. Jacquelyn R. Harris

The Wisconsin Court of Appeals released its opinion in State v. Jacquelyn R. Harris, case number 2025AP000489-CR, on April 22, 2026. The case was decided in District 2, Ozaukee County. The opinion is available in PDF format through the court's electronic opinions system.

Port Washington State Bank v. Roxanne D. Hendon

The Wisconsin Court of Appeals published opinion 2025AP002276 in the matter of Port Washington State Bank, a Wisconsin Banking Corporation v. Roxanne D. Hendon. The opinion was released on April 22, 2026, in District 2, Ozaukee County. Electronic opinions are made available in PDF format.

Zorina K. Reed v. Sentry Select Insurance Company, Civil Case

The Wisconsin Court of Appeals released an opinion in Zorina K. Reed v. Sentry Select Insurance Company (Case No. 2024AP002132) on April 22, 2026. The case originates from Kenosha County, District 2. The opinion is available in PDF format and is subject to further editing and modification before publication in the official reports.

Domestic Violence Conviction Affirmed, Sufficiency of Evidence

The Ohio Court of Appeals, Ninth Judicial District, affirmed Clifford Atkinson's domestic violence conviction under Akron City Code 135.16(A), rejecting his sufficiency of evidence challenge. The court found sufficient evidence that Atkinson knowingly caused physical harm to L.H., who qualified as a "family or household member" under the cohabitation standard, and that the evidence allowed the jury to reasonably conclude the essential elements of domestic violence were proven beyond a reasonable doubt. Atkinson was sentenced to 180 days in jail with 164 days suspended, 6 months probation including anger management, and ordered to have no contact with L.H.

State v. Mounts - Murder Conviction Reversed for Ineffective Counsel

The Ohio Court of Appeals, First Appellate District, reversed the trial court's murder conviction of Joshua Mounts (Appeal No. C-210608) and remanded for a new trial after finding both trial and appellate counsel provided ineffective assistance. Trial counsel failed to object to undisclosed expert testimony under Crim.R. 16(K) and to improper prosecutorial comments during closing argument; appellate counsel then failed to raise those trial errors on direct appeal. The court vacated its prior judgment in State v. Mounts, 2023-Ohio-3861.

In re D.W. — Legal Custody Affirmed to Third Parties

The Ohio Court of Appeals, Ninth Judicial District, affirmed the Summit County Court of Common Pleas Juvenile Division judgment granting legal custody of child D.W. to paternal grandmother and her long-term partner. The appellate court rejected Mother's claim that the trial court's custody determination was against the manifest weight of the evidence. Mother had failed to comply with her case plan objectives, including obtaining substance use and mental health assessments, submitting to drug screens (she consistently tested positive for methamphetamine over six months), and demonstrating the ability to meet the child's basic needs.

Puckett-Morrissette v. Durrani – Future Medical Expenses Reversed, 2026 Ohio 1444

The Ohio First District Court of Appeals affirmed in part, reversed in part, vacated in part, and remanded consolidated medical malpractice judgments involving three plaintiffs (Puckett-Morrissette, Reynolds, and Wyatt) against Dr. Abubakar Atiq Durrani and the Center for Advanced Spine Technologies, Inc. The court upheld the trial court's joinder of plaintiffs' claims and its admission of expert testimony under Evid.R. 601 and Evid.R. 702. The court reversed the trial court's award of future medical expenses for each plaintiff due to insufficient expert testimony establishing anticipated treatment course, likelihood of treatment, and projected costs. The court also reversed the denial of defendants' setoff request, holding that intentional tortfeasors are entitled to a setoff under R.C. 2307.28(A). The trial court's prejudgment interest award was affirmed. Defendants face recalculation of damages on remand.

Awofadeju v. Akinla Divorce Appeal Dismissed

The Georgia Court of Appeals dismissed a direct appeal in Awofadeju v. Akinla on April 22, 2026, because the appellant failed to follow the mandatory discretionary application procedure required for domestic relations cases under OCGA § 5-6-35(a)(2). The court held that compliance with this procedure is jurisdictional, and because Awofadeju filed a direct notice of appeal instead, the Court lacked authority to hear the case. The appeal is therefore dismissed without consideration of the underlying divorce judgment.

Downey Trees Inc v Stephens - Case Remanded to Forsyth County State Court

The Georgia Court of Appeals granted appellee Jermaine Stephens' Motion to Remand in case A26A1312, ordering the case returned to the State Court of Forsyth County. The ruling allows either party to file a notice of appeal within 30 days of resolution of the pending motion to enforce settlement. This is a procedural remand order that returns the case to the lower court for further proceedings rather than a substantive ruling on the merits.

Tamera Montgomery v. Milton Ruben Toyota of Augusta, Dismissed

The Court of Appeals of Georgia dismissed Appeal No. A26A1575 filed by Tamera Montgomery against Milton Ruben Toyota of Augusta for failure to file a brief. Montgomery's brief was due April 13, 2026, but neither the brief nor a request for extension was filed before the deadline passed. The court dismissed the appeal pursuant to Court of Appeals Rule 23(a).

Nathaniel Blackmon III v. Takeisha T. Dudley - Discretionary Appeal Denied

The Court of Appeals of the State of Georgia denied Nathaniel Blackmon III's Application for Discretionary Appeal (Docket A26D0445) on April 22, 2026. The case originated from LC Number 19FM3068, with Takeisha T. Dudley listed as the opposing party. This procedural denial concludes the appellate review process without reaching the merits of the underlying dispute.

Russell Carl Nast v. Lauren C. Nast - Divorce Appeal Dismissed

Russell Carl Nast's direct appeal from an October 8, 2025 divorce judgment was dismissed by the Georgia Court of Appeals. The court held that appeals from divorce orders must proceed via discretionary application under OCGA § 5-6-35(a)(2), not direct appeal, and that compliance with the discretionary procedure is jurisdictional. Lauren Nast's motion to dismiss was granted; her motion for a frivolous appeal penalty was denied.

NY Forest Rangers Week in Review: 362 Rescues and 202 Wildfires in 2025

New York State DEC Forest Rangers 2025 annual statistics show 362 search and rescue missions, 202 wildfires covering 840 acres, and 1,100 tickets and arrests. The week of April 14-19, 2026 included the largest Flood Incident Response Strike Team (FIRST) exercise on the Hudson and Schroon rivers with 82 participants, night vision goggle training, multiple wilderness rescues, a water rescue attempt in Kaaterskill Creek where a 15-year-old from Brooklyn was tragically pronounced deceased, and a prescribed burn of 11.5 acres at Albany Pine Bush. 41 Forest Rangers were deployed to fire assignments in 10 different states during 2025.

Youth Turkey Hunt Weekend April 25-26, Ages 12-15

New York State DEC has announced its annual youth turkey hunting weekend scheduled for April 25-26, open to junior hunters ages 12-15 across upstate New York and Suffolk County. Eligible youth must hold a hunting license and turkey permit, with supervision requirements varying by age: youth ages 12-13 must be accompanied by an adult over 21, while ages 14-15 require an adult over 18, with written parental permission in both cases. The bag limit is one bearded bird, which counts toward the regular spring season limit of two bearded birds, with shooting hours from one-half hour before sunrise to noon each day.

Two Trans Women Detained for Homicide in Cali, Colombia

Two trans women identified as Almendra and La Madre were detained by CTI servers with support from the Army and National Police on April 20 in Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia, for their alleged involvement in a February 6 homicide. The two individuals attacked two people with a stabbing weapon in a vacant lot, stealing their belongings; one victim died and the other was injured. A prosecutor from the Seccional Cali charged both with homicide, attempted homicide, and aggravated theft—charges they did not accept. A judge ordered preventive detention in a correctional facility.

Villavicencio Extortion and False Criminal Records Charges Filed Against Police and Private Individual

La Fiscalía General de la Nación presentó cargos penales contra cuatro personas — dos intendentes activos de la Sijin de la Policía Nacional en Villavicencio (Nelson Montero Martínez y Fabián Enciso Flórez), un suboficial retirado (Audel Jaber Urrego Arévalo) y un particular (Ruben Dario Barrios Pardo) — por los delitos de concusión agravada y extorsión agravada. El caso se relaciona con exigencias económicas ilegales realizadas a una mujer en septiembre de 2025 en el área rural oriental de Villavicencio para eliminar falsos registros penales. Dos de los procesados, Montero Martínez y Urrego Arévalo, recibieron medida de aseguramiento en centro carcelario por orden judicial.

Acusan a Osvaldo Bother David, Alias Hormigo, por Cuatro Homicidios en Risaralda

La Fiscalía General de la Nación imputó cargos penales a Osvaldo Mauricio Bother David, alias Hormigo, presunto integrante de la estructura delincuencial Clan del Golfo, por cuatro homicides y three intentos de homicidio ocurridos entre abril y junio de 2025 en los municipios de Belén de Umbría y Mistrató, departamento de Risaralda. Un juez de control de garantías impuso medida de aseguramiento carcelaria preventiva contra Bother David, quien también fue acusado de concierto para delinquir y fabricación, tráfico o porte de armas de fuego.

SQE Annual Reports Confirm Robust Assessment With Fee Increases for 2026/27

The SRA published its fourth annual suite of reports on the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), confirming the assessment is robust and defensible while noting improvements in delivery and candidate support. In 2024/25, 13,081 candidates took SQE1 and 5,752 took SQE2; SQE2 pass rates rose from 76% to 81%. The SRA also confirmed new fees effective from October 2026: SQE1 will increase to £2,006 (from £1,934) and SQE2 to £3,086 (from £2,974), reflecting inflation and Welsh translation costs.

PM Law £39.5M Fraud: 92 Claims, £9.31M Paid to Former Clients

The SRA has confirmed its ongoing investigation into PM Law Ltd involves suspected fraud with £39.5 million in improperly removed client funds. As of 17 April 2026, the SRA Compensation Fund has paid 92 claims totalling £9.31 million, with a further £6.8 million paid from money held within the firm. The total estimated value of claims to-date is £21.52 million. The PM Law group comprised 11 companies, 25 offices and more than 30 trading names across Yorkshire, Cumbria, Berkshire, Derbyshire and London.

SRA Consults on Mandatory Ethical Discussions for Solicitors

The SRA is consulting on proposals that would require all solicitors to record their learning and development needs and sign a declaration confirming they have identified and addressed these needs. The proposals also mandate annual participation in ethical discussions where solicitors work through ethical dilemmas and scenarios with peers. Any final rule changes would require application to the Legal Services Board following the 12-week consultation period closing on 15 July 2026. Solicitors and law firms should review current continuing competence practices to prepare for potential new documentation and participation requirements.

Superintendente de Bancos Destaca Avances en Inclusión en Foro de Equidad de Género

The Ecuador Banking Superintendent (Superintendencia de Bancos) participated in a gender equity forum to showcase advances in financial inclusion. The announcement references a related agreement between the Banking Superintendent and COSEDE (Corporación del Seguro de Depósitos Público y Privado) to consolidate the public and private financial system. No specific policy changes, regulatory requirements, or compliance obligations are described.

Banking Superintendent and COSEDE Sign Cooperation Agreement

Ecuador's Banking Superintendent (Superintendencia de Bancos) and COSEDE (Corporación del Seguro de Depósitos) have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at consolidating Ecuador's public and private financial system. The agreement, published on the Superintendent's official website, establishes a framework for coordination between the banking regulator and the deposit insurance corporation. No specific terms, obligations, or timelines were detailed in the source announcement.

Convenio SB y COSEDE Consolida Sistema Financiero Público y Privado

La Superintendencia de Bancos del Ecuador y la Corporación del Seguro de Depósitos (COSEDE) firmaron un convenio interinstitucional para coordinar acciones en materia de supervisión, regulación y resolución del sistema financiero público y privado. El acuerdo busca fortalecer la cooperación técnica, el intercambio de información y la gestión de crises entre ambos organismos reguladores. El convenio no crea obligaciones directas de cumplimiento para las instituciones financieras, sino que establece un marco de coordinación entre las autoridades de supervisión.

OSCR Website Unavailable 9 March 2026 for Essential Updates

OSCR has published a notice advising that its website may be unavailable at times on Monday 9 March 2026 due to essential updates being made to the Scottish Charity Register. The downtime may extend into the following days, and normal service is expected to resume by the end of that week. This notice is informational only and does not create any compliance obligations.

Guidance for Scottish Charities on Campaigning About Political Issues

OSCR published guidance on 8 April 2026 clarifying that Scottish charities may campaign on political issues during the 7 May 2026 Scottish Parliamentary election, provided such campaigning is consistent with their charitable purposes and complies with charity and electoral law. The guidance explains that charities cannot have supporting a political party as their purpose, but may engage with politicians, lobby MSPs, or organise petitions where this advances their charitable aims. Charity trustees must act in the interests of their charity and consider reputational implications of any campaigning activity.

Employment Law Changes for Scottish Charities, April 2026

OSCR is notifying Scottish charities that employ staff of new employment rights under the Employment Rights Act 2025, which is being implemented in phases. Key changes taking effect from April 2026 include statutory sick pay, paternity and unpaid parental leave, bereaved partner's paternity leave, collective redundancy rules, whistleblowing protections, simplified Fair Work enforcement, holiday pay records, and National Minimum and Living Wage updates. Further changes will follow across 2026 and 2027. While OSCR does not regulate employment law, charity trustees remain responsible for ensuring their charity complies with all relevant employer obligations.

AFM Finds Crypto Firm Advertising, Cost Information Shortcomings

The AFM examined 33 crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) for compliance with MiCAR advertising and cost disclosure requirements, finding significant shortcomings at 14 firms in advertising and 19 firms in cost information. Dutch CASPs will receive supervisory letters, while the ten international firms identified will be reported to their respective national regulators. Executive board member Hanzo van Beusekom stated the period of leniency has ended, signalling that continued non-compliance will result in enforcement action.

AFM Annual Report 2025: €11B Foundation Repair, AI Market Risks

The AFM published its Annual Report 2025 alongside two thematic reports covering financial sector resilience and emerging risks. Research reveals 500,000 Dutch homeowners have vulnerable foundations requiring €11 billion in total restoration, with over 25,000 unable to responsibly take loans for repairs. A separate study on AI in capital markets identifies both opportunities and risks, with the AFM emphasizing that human involvement and intervention capability remain essential as autonomous systems increasingly drive market decisions.

Arrowstreet Capital Fined €297,000 for Incorrect Short Position Notifications

The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) imposed an administrative fine of €297,000 on Arrowstreet Capital, Limited Partnership on 20 April 2026 for systematically incorrect notifications of net short positions in Just Eat Takeaway.com and Galapagos listed on Euronext Amsterdam. The firm submitted 101 incorrect notifications between July 2020 and November 2024, understating positions by tens of millions of euros in many cases, with 85 of those also violating public disclosure obligations. Arrowstreet self-reported the error, corrected it promptly, and cooperated fully with the investigation, leading to a reduced fine through the simplified settlement procedure.

Dr Makhubu Appointed SARS Commissioner from 1 May

President Ramaphosa appointed Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as SARS Commissioner from 1 May 2026 for a period of five years, following a recommendation from a panel chaired by former Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene. Dr Makhubu has served as Deputy Commissioner: Taxpayer Engagement and Operations since May 2023 and holds a PhD in Leadership, Master in Business Leadership, Bachelor in Electrical Engineering, and Bachelor of Economics. The appointment follows succession-planning aligned with the Nugent Commission of Inquiry into SARS administration and governance.

President Ramaphosa Appoints Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as SARS Commissioner-Designate

President Ramaphosa has appointed Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as the new SARS Commissioner-Designate to take over the SARS portfolio from outgoing Commissioner Mr. Edward Kieswetter, effective 1 May 2026. SARS will host an introductory press conference at the SARS Woodmead Office on 4 April 2026 at 10:00, hosted by Commissioner Kieswetter. Journalists seeking further information may contact Ms Mpho Motsemme at 066 247 9668.

SARS Secures High Court Preservation Order Against Former Officials for Corruption

SARS has secured an ex parte preservation order in the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria under section 163 of the Tax Administration Act against two former SARS officials who resigned in 2024 and 2025. The order targets three immovable properties, six vehicles, and multiple bank and investment accounts held across major financial institutions, estimated to be worth several million rand in total. A curator bonis has been appointed to preserve and manage these assets pending the finalisation of tax assessments, with authority to locate further concealed assets.

Oxidation Dye Precursor, Amino Silicone, Polyol Composition for Keratin Fiber Dyeing

USPTO granted L'Oréal Patent US12605319B2 for a composition comprising an oxidation base (2-β-hydroxyethyl-para-phenylenediamine), a (poly)oxyalkylenated amino silicone, and a polyol. The patent, with a filing date of December 9, 2022, contains 19 claims and covers processes for dyeing keratin fibers, preferably hair. Inventors are Valérie Nicou and Laurence Corn-Gourinel.

DNA Triangular Origami Emulsion Preparation, Zhejiang University, Apr 21

USPTO issued patent US12605312B2 to Zhejiang University on April 21, 2026, covering a DNA triangular origami-based single and double emulsifier preparation method for drug delivery applications. The patent discloses using DNA triangular origami as an emulsifier enabling simultaneous delivery of hydrophilic arbutin and hydrophobic coumaric acid through central nano channels, achieving zero-order release via intermolecular forces and pore confinement effects. The filing date was May 24, 2022, with application number 17752477 and 8 claims.

KAO Corporation External Skin Preparation Patent US12605315B2

USPTO granted Patent US12605315B2 to KAO Corporation on April 21, 2026, for an external skin preparation containing tabular metal oxide (A) with thickness 30-360 nm and aspect ratio 50-300, combined with UV absorbent (B) in a mass ratio of 0.1 to 5. The patent also covers formulations combining metal oxide (A), UV scattering agent (C), and nonvolatile oil (D), plus a method for protecting skin from IR and UV rays. Inventors are Takashi Fukui and Noriko Tejima, with 11 claims allowed under CPC classifications A61K 8/29, A61K 8/27, A61K 8/92, and related categories.

Synergistic Preservative Composition Containing Alkylene Glycol Ester

USPTO granted Patent US12605318B2 to Arch UK Biocides Ltd on April 21, 2026 for a synergistic preservative composition containing an alkylene glycol ester. The patent covers methods for increasing the efficacy of preservative agents and reducing the minimum amount needed for effective preservation in end-use formulations. The patent application (No. 17920493) was filed on April 22, 2021, with 32 claims covering CPC classifications in the A61K 8 and A61Q ranges for personal care and pharmaceutical formulations.

Mary Kay Inc. Topical Skin Care Formulation Patent US12605308B2

Mary Kay Inc. received US Patent 12605308B2 on April 21, 2026, covering topical skin care formulations containing Ficus lacor extract. The patent protects a method of reducing oxidation or MMP-1 activity in skin through topical application of the extract. The filing date was October 18, 2023, and the patent contains 22 claims.

Dental Composite Material - Kulzer GmbH - US12605307B2

The USPTO granted patent US12605307B2 to Kulzer GmbH on April 21, 2026, covering a polymerisable dental composite material comprising 40-90% inorganic filler, 10-60% urethane (alkyl) acrylate, 0.01-15% functional monomers, and 0.01-10% initiator/stabiliser. The patent, originating from application 17773261 (filed October 29, 2020), contains 8 claims and names inventors Andreas Utterodt, Christoph Meier, Nelli Schoenhof, Jutta Schneider, Kurt Reischl, Raif Kocoglu, and Michael Eck. The patent covers both the unpolymerised composite and the polymerised material for direct or indirect dental restorations.

Pressed Powder Patent, Shanghai Marshmallowmakeup Biotech

USPTO granted Patent US12605309B2 to Shanghai Marshmallowmakeup Biotech Corp., Ltd on April 21, 2026 for a pressed powder product and its method of preparation. The invention comprises a pressed powder layer, an ink absorbing layer formed by spraying ink-absorbing paint, and a pattern layer obtained by printing. The ink-absorbing paint contains 0.5% to 10% by weight of an oil controlling agent, 0.5% to 20% by weight of a color developing agent, 55% to 98.5% by weight of a solvent, and 0.5% to 10% by weight of a stabilizer. The patent claims priority to Application No. 18201776 filed May 25, 2023, with 8 total claims granted.

Mitsui Chemicals Patent, A61K 6/887, Zinc Catalyst Method

USPTO granted Patent US12605306B2 to MITSUI CHEMICALS, INC. on April 21, 2026, covering a method of manufacturing monomer compositions using a zinc catalyst combined with iso(thio)cyanate and alcohol compounds. The patent, filed on August 7, 2020 under application number 17628600, contains 15 claims and is classified under CPC A61K 6/887. Inventor Naoyuki Kakinuma developed the method where at least one of the iso(thio)cyanate compound or alcohol compound has a (meth)acryloyl group.