Containers and materials with improved punctureability
US10099850B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 6, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 16, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 7, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/1397
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present description includes containers having an improved puncture design that can be punctured without substantial deformation of the container. Such containers are particularly suitable for use in preparing beverages using automatic machines, particularly those used for preparation of single serve beverages. Also provided are thermoplastic materials having improved punctureability for use in containers, containers for preparation of a beverage, and methods for preparing a beverage using such containers.
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