Substance holder with removable insert
US8250970B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 27, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J31/4467
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A substance holder and an insert for use in the substance holder. The insert elevates a brewing substance, filter or pod above a floor of the substance holder. The substance holder and insert allow water to infuse the brewing substance and allow beverage to drain through a portion of the insert for draining into a container. The insert is retained in the holder and is selectively removable from the holder to facilitate actions, for example but not limited to cleaning of the holder and insert as well as replacing the insert with other structures which may be used with the holder.
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