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Multi-layer container

US8268417B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 20, 2010
Grant dateSep 18, 2012
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Expiry dateApr 29, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/1379
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

One embodiment of the present invention provides a partly-biodegradable system, which comprises a non-biodegradable portion and a biodegradable portion wherein the non-biodegradable portion is easily separated from the biodegradable portion for disposal of the system. In certain embodiments, the system further comprises a cover layer of non-biodegradable film which adheres to the first non-biodegradable portion to form a sealed compartment for food or drink reservation.

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