Molded preform and container having integrated pour spout
US8955716B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 28, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/1397
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A one-piece plastic container includes a body defining a longitudinal axis and having an upper portion, a sidewall portion and a base portion. The upper portion has a spout defining an opening into the container and a finish offset radially outwardly from the spout. A trough defines a passage into the body. The trough slopes toward the passage and defines a non-orthogonal angle relative to the longitudinal axis. According to other features, the sidewall portion is integrally formed with and extends from the upper portion to the base portion. The base portion closes off an end of the container. The finish defines a means, such as at least one thread, for attaching a closure thereon.
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