Tamper resistant closure overcap for metal spice can
US6422411B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 9, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jul 23, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2543/00796
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tamper resistant closure overcap for a rectangular metal spice can covers each of the dispensing ports and openable flaps on the serving lid of the can. The closure has a top panel and a downward depending rectangular border that hugs the outer periphery of the serving lid. The closure is supported in spaced relationship with the serving lid to provide a gap for receiving promotional materials. The border includes a skirt and a tear away strip that can be fully or partially disconnected along a scored line of weakness to remove the closure. A support wall extends above the top panel to facilitate vertical stacking of multiple spice containers.
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