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Dual-compartment container

US9776759B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 15, 2016
Grant dateOct 3, 2017
Priority date
Expiry dateJul 15, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D81/3294
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Dual-compartment food container is provided having an base portion including a base panel having first and second compartments defined therein and a cover portion including a cover panel joined by a common hinge portion. The cover portion is movable relative the base portion about the hinge portion from a substantially 180-degree open position to a closed position, wherein in the closed position, the cover portion is disposed over the first compartment with the second compartment extending beyond the cover portion. Each of the base portion and cover portion include at least one interlocking tab to releasably latch the base portion and cover portion. An engagement feature of the interlocking tabs can also provide a tactile indication to a user that the cover portion is secured in the closed position. A unitary blank for forming the dual-compartment food container from a sheet of blank material is also provided.

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