Dispensing closure
US9714123B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 20, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 25, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D51/226
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A dispensing closure for covering an opening of a container including a liquid is presented. The dispensing closure includes an engagement element that fits over the opening of the container and defines a pouring orifice for allowing pouring of the liquid. The pouring orifice having a side defining an air channel for allowing air to flow into the container when liquid during the pouring. The engagement element also includes outer walls and a cap having a hollow including inner walls tightly conforming to the outer walls, a first orifice generally conforming in shape to the pouring orifice, and a second orifice generally conforming in shape to the air channel.
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