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Thermoplastic bag with offset fastener

US6213641A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 25, 1997
Grant dateApr 10, 2001
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Expiry dateAug 25, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D33/2508
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A reclosable thermoplastic bag having an offset fastener. The bag includes first and second sidewalls, each having a top, a bottom and two opposing side edges, the first and second sidewalls being attached together along the respective bottom and side edges; an inwardly folded top pleat positioned across the first sidewall; a reclosable fastener having at least two cooperating closure members, one closure member being positioned proximate to the top of the first sidewall above the pleat, the other closure member being positioned proximate to the top of the second sidewall, such that when the bag is filled and closed, the reclosable fastener is offset.

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