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Dispensing package with a self-sealing closure constructed from a thermoplastic material

US6079594A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 21, 1997
Grant dateJun 27, 2000
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Expiry dateAug 21, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2231/02
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A dispensing package for fluid products and the like comprises a container shaped to receive and retain a fluid product therein, and includes a discharge aperture therethrough. A self-sealing closure includes a marginal flange portion, and a head portion with an orifice which opens and closes in response to the application of a predetermined discharge pressure. The flange portion of the closure is positioned about and encloses the discharge aperture, and is constructed from a thermoplastic material, which is heat fused to the container to form a secure interconnection and fluid seal therebetween.

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