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Single-use food preparation container assemblies, systems and methods

US11844465B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 15, 2019
Grant dateDec 19, 2023
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Expiry dateApr 12, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2401/15
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A product preparation system and method for processing a container including a cup body and a cup closure assembly configured for removable operative engagement with the cup body, the cup closure assembly including a hinged spout cover and a user-removable multi-function restricting portion integrally formed as part of the cup closure assembly and detachable therefrom, the user-removable multi-function restricting portion being operative, when integrally attached to the cup closure assembly to prevent normal user opening of the hinged spout cover.

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