Patent · US Expired

Tamper evident closure and container

US4934557A · kind A · utility

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22Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateDec 5, 1988
Grant dateJun 19, 1990
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Expiry dateDec 5, 2008

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2543/00796
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tamper evident food package comprising a container and a removable closure. A plurality of locking members are provided on the closure and engage a downturned lip of the container to prevent removal of the closure while in place. The locking members form part of a detachable tear strip which may be detached to permit removal of the closure. Detachment of the tear strip provides visual indication of unauthorized opening of the food package.

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