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Dispensing closure

US9714123B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 20, 2015
Grant dateJul 25, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 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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