Sharps container for used pen needle assemblies
US7516844B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 7, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M5/3205
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sharps container for pen needle assemblies includes an open top-type receptacle, a cover and a manually movable means. The manually movable means is rotatably positioned on the cover and has portions collectively forming a cup-like means for receiving a used pen needle assembly when the manually movable means is in an open position. When the manually movable means is in a closed position, the used pen needle assembly is transferred by gravity to the bottom of the receptacle.
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