Reclosable packaging having extensible offset funnel

Details Reclosable packaging having extensible offset funnel Reclosable packaging having extensible offset funnel

2006-02-28

2006-02-28

Hylton, Robin A. (Department: 3727)

Flexible bags

With integral funnel

C383S064000, C383S005000, C383S906000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07004630

ABSTRACT:
A reclosable package has a flexible zipper and a flexible funnel that can be turned inside out to provide a spout for dispensing the package contents. The funnel has a terminal portion that is offset relative to a midplane of the package. Initially, the funnel is tucked inside the filled package in an unopened state. The funnel can be accessed by pulling apart the zipper halves. The consumer must reach inside the open package and pull the funnel inside out. Then the tip of the funnel is snipped, cut or torn to provide a spout for dispensing product. The offset of the opening allows the consumer to better direct the pour of the package contents, while making the bag easier to handle, especially large bags. The funnel itself directs the package contents, especially fine powders, away from the reclosable zipper profiles so that one or both profiles do not become clogged with matter that might interfere with interlocking.

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