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Sanitary dispensing package

US9376249B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 6, 2012
Grant dateJun 28, 2016
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Expiry dateJul 6, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D51/18
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A package having a sanitary dispenser is depicted and described. The package generally includes a dispenser that is sealed from environmental contaminants by a feature or portion of the package. The sealed dispenser portion of the package is accessed prior to use and the user is able to access the contents of the package through the sanitary dispenser. The dispenser may be inverted prior to use and deployed prior to use. A frangible portion may be provided to the dispenser. The dispenser may be re-sealable in the package. A straw may further be provided to the dispenser and be deployable by the user for access to the package contents.

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