Closed capsule with opening means and integral barrier layer
US11053069B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 30, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jul 6, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB32B2439/70
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to a capsule (10) designed for food or beverage preparation, the capsule (10) comprising a cup-shaped base body (1), a top wall (2) and a bottom retaining wall (3) for holding food or beverage preparation ingredients, wherein the base body (1) is made of one single injection-molded piece and wherein a side wall (4) of the base body comprises at least one co-injected multilayer section (5) having two outer layers (5a) being made from a different polymeric material than a core layer (5b), and wherein the base body (1) further comprises a bottom structure (6) which is integrally molded with the side wall (4) and comprising opening means (7) allowing the capsule to be opened at the time of its use.
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