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Dispensing closure with pressure-actuated flexible valve

US5271531A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 27, 1993
Grant dateDec 21, 1993
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Expiry dateApr 27, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2547/066
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A dispensing closure is provided for an opening in an squeeze-type container and includes a body defining a dispensing passage for communicating between the container interior and the container exterior through a container opening. A flexible, self-sealing valve is mounted in the body for opening in response to increased container pressure. A retaining ring is provided for retaining the valve in the body.

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