Hybrid food container lids convertible into cutlery

US11731816B1 · kind B1 · utility

Inventors

• Thomas Mason · Cypress, US
• Hunter Mason · Mystic, US
• Seth Mason · San Jose, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Oct 16, 2020
• Grant date: Aug 22, 2023
• Expiry date: Oct 16, 2040

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A47G2021/002
• WIPO field: Handling
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

Hybrid food container lids convertible into cutlery may include a scoop section and a handle section. The scoop section may be defined by an outer edge of the lid or a tear strip formed in the lid. The handle may fold against the scoop as the lid is attached to a container. The handle may include a first guiding line that defines a first fold of the handle. The first fold may bring the sides of the handle together. Another guiding line may define a second fold of the handle that causes the scoop to become flat or concave when the handle is also folded along the first guiding line. The scoop section and the handle section may together form a piece of cutlery such as a spoon, a fork, a spork, and so forth. The cutlery and/or other portions of the hybrid lid may be disposable.