Container system including sleeve label

Abstract

A container system including where the label is in the form of a sleeve, preferably a shrink sleeve. A consumer product including such a container system. An array of consumer products, some of the container systems including a label in the form of a sleeve and others including a label not in the form of a sleeve. A method of manufacturing the consumer product.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a container system comprising a container and a label, wherein the label is in the form of a sleeve. The present disclosure also relates to a consumer product comprising such a container system and a consumer product composition within the container system. The present disclosure also relates to an array of consumer products. The present disclosure also relates to an associated method of making the consumer products. [Background technology]

[0002] Consumer product compositions are commonly packaged in containers. During transportation and / or storage of such containers, the containers may be stacked on top of each other, either before filling or when filled with the consumer product composition. Excessive top load forces can cause the containers to buckle.

[0003] To add structural support to certain containers useful for holding pourable consumer product compositions, some containers, such as bottles, include surface irregularities, such as facets. While these facets can provide structural support while also being aesthetically pleasing to consumers, they can also pose labeling challenges. For example, if the facets cover most, or even the entire, exterior surface of the container, applying a traditional label, such as an in-mold label, to the container can be difficult due to the irregular surface. This can be overcome by using sleeve labels, such as shrink-sleeve labels, but even in this case, the facets can pose problems. For example, different facets may reflect light at different angles, making it difficult for consumers to read the label without repositioning or moving the bottle.

[0004] Additionally, manufacturers may not want to add labels in the form of sleeves to all of their containers, which means the manufacturer must maintain inventory of two different container types: one suitable for sleeves and one suitable for other types of labels, which can result in additional logistical challenges, such as additional time during changeover in the manufacturing process or additional storage space. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] There is a need for improved container systems and related consumer products that address one or more of these challenges. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] Generally, the present disclosure relates to a container system having a label in the form of a sleeve, preferably a shrink sleeve.

[0007] For example, the present disclosure relates to a container system having a container and a label, wherein the container has a closed end having a closed end periphery and a peripheral wall extending from the closed end periphery to the open end about a longitudinal axis of the container, the peripheral wall having a peripheral wall exterior surface oriented away from the longitudinal axis, the peripheral wall exterior surface having a peripheral wall exterior surface area, the peripheral wall exterior surface comprising a first smooth panel and a textured region, the first smooth panel not surrounding the longitudinal axis, the textured region comprising a plurality of irregularities, each irregularity being arranged next to one or more adjacent irregularities, and the label is in the form of a sleeve, preferably a shrink sleeve, disposed around the peripheral wall.

[0008] The present disclosure also relates to a consumer product comprising the container system described above and a consumer product composition disposed within the interior volume of the container, preferably a consumer product composition selected from a fabric care composition, a home care composition, a beauty care composition, or a combination thereof, more preferably a fabric care composition.

[0009] The present disclosure also relates to an array of consumer products, the array comprising a first consumer product and a second consumer product, the first consumer product comprising a first consumer product composition disposed within a first container, and the second consumer product comprising a second consumer product composition disposed within a second container, the first container and the second container each being as described above, the first container comprising a first label in the form of a sleeve, preferably a shrink sleeve, disposed around a peripheral wall, and the second container comprising a second label on a smooth panel, the second label not in the form of a sleeve but preferably in the form of an in-mold label.

[0010] The present disclosure also relates to a method for producing the above-mentioned first and second consumer products, the method comprising the steps of providing a first consumer product composition in a first container, providing a label in the form of a sleeve on a peripheral wall of the first container, providing a second consumer product composition in a second container, and providing a label not in the form of a sleeve on a smooth panel of the second container. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0011] The drawings herein are illustrative in nature and are not intended to be limiting. [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a front view of a container according to the present disclosure. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a bottom view of a container according to the present disclosure. [Figure 3] FIG. 1 is a top view of a container according to the present disclosure. [Figure 4] FIG. 1 is a rear view of a container according to the present disclosure. [Figure 5] FIG. 1 is a side view of a container according to the present disclosure. [Figure 6] 1 illustrates a container system according to the present disclosure including a container and a label in the form of a sleeve. [Figure 7] 1 illustrates a consumer product according to the present disclosure. [Figure 8] 1 illustrates an array of consumer products according to the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0012] The present disclosure relates to a container system suitable for use in packaging consumer products. The container system may include a container and a sleeve, such as a shrink sleeve, that can function as a label. The container of the present disclosure includes a textured portion on the exterior surface as well as a smooth panel.

[0013] Without being bound by theory, it is believed that the textured portion may provide one or more benefits, such as providing structural support to the container, minimizing sleeve slippage, and / or providing benefits during transportation of multiple containers.

[0014] Furthermore, without being bound by theory, it is believed that the smooth panel improves the visibility or readability of a label placed thereon. The label may be part of a sleeve, such as a shrink sleeve. Additionally, the smooth panel provides a convenient location for applying a non-sleeve label, such as an in-mold label.

[0015] Thus, by having both textured and smooth panels, the containers of the present disclosure can be conveniently and efficiently used with a variety of labels, thereby providing flexibility to consumer product manufacturers. When containers of the same type are differentiated by significantly different label styles, they can also be easily distinguished by consumers. For example, different label styles can represent different end-use benefits or price points.

[0016] The containers, container systems, consumer products, arrays, and related methods of the present disclosure are described in more detail below.

[0017] As used herein, the articles "a" and "an," when used in a claim, are understood to mean one or more of what is claimed or described. As used herein, the terms "include," "includes," and "including" are meant to be open-ended. The compositions of the present disclosure may comprise, consist essentially of, or consist of the components of the present disclosure.

[0018] The terms "substantially free of" or "substantially free from" may be used herein. This means that the indicated material is present in minimal amounts and has not been intentionally added to the composition to form part of the composition, or preferably is not present at analytically detectable levels. It includes compositions in which the indicated material is present only as an impurity in one of the other intentionally included materials. The indicated material, if present at all, may be present at a level of less than 1%, or less than 0.1%, or less than 0.01%, or even 0% by weight of the composition.

[0019] As used herein, the phrase "fabric care composition" includes compositions and formulations designed to treat fabrics. Such compositions include, but are not limited to, laundry cleaning compositions and detergents, fabric softening compositions, fabric enhancing compositions, fabric deodorizing compositions, laundry pre-cleaners, laundry pre-treatments, laundry additives, spray products, dry cleaning agents or compositions, laundry rinse additives, cleaning additives, post-rinse fabric treatments, ironing aids, unit dose formulations, delayed delivery formulations, detergents contained on or in porous substrates or nonwoven sheets, and other suitable forms that may be apparent to those skilled in the art in light of the teachings herein. Such compositions can be used as laundry pre-treatments, laundry post-treatments, or can be added during the rinse or wash cycle of laundry operations.

[0020] Unless otherwise noted, all ingredient or composition concentrations are in terms of the active portion of that ingredient or composition and are exclusive of impurities, e.g., residual solvents or by-products, that may be present in commercial sources of such ingredient or composition.

[0021] All temperatures herein are in degrees Celsius (°C) unless otherwise indicated. All measurements herein are made at 20°C and atmospheric pressure unless otherwise stated.

[0022] In all embodiments of the present disclosure, all percentages are by weight of the total composition unless otherwise specified. All ratios are by weight unless otherwise specified.

[0023] It should be understood that every maximum numerical limitation given throughout this specification includes every lower numerical limitation, as if such lower numerical limitations were expressly written herein. Every minimum numerical limit given throughout this specification includes every higher numerical limitation, as if such higher numerical limitations were expressly written herein. Every numerical range given throughout this specification will include every narrower numerical range that falls within such broader numerical range, as if such narrower numerical ranges were all expressly written herein.

[0024] Container System The present disclosure relates to a container system 1000 comprising a container 1 and a label 49 in the form of a sleeve 50, preferably a shrink sleeve 52.

[0025] container The container 1 of the present disclosure is preferably suitable for packaging a consumer product composition 110, preferably a pourable consumer product composition. The container 1 is preferably in the form of a bottle. A suitable container 1 according to the present disclosure is shown in Figures 1-4.

[0026] Container 1 is preferably a blow-molded container. Container 1 can be formed by injection stretch blow molding. Container 1 can be formed by injection molding, injection stretch blow molding, extrusion blow molding, or a similar process. Container 1 can also be a thermoformed container.

[0027] 1 and 2, container 1 includes a closed end 10. Closed end 10 includes a closed end perimeter 12. Closed end perimeter 12 may define an extent of closed end 10 away from longitudinal axis 16. Closed end 10 may be shaped to have a structure that allows it to be stably placed on a flat surface, such as a table.

[0028] Peripheral wall 14 extends from closed end periphery 12 to open end 18 about longitudinal axis 16 of container 1. Peripheral wall 14 can extend from open end 18 to closed end 10. Peripheral wall 14 can be symmetrical or asymmetrical about longitudinal axis 16. Open end 18 can be around longitudinal axis 16. If open end 18 is generally circular, open end 18 can surround longitudinal axis 16.

[0029] 3, the container 1 includes an open end 18. The open end 18 may be suitable for receiving the consumer product composition 110 during the filling process and / or for dispensing the consumer product composition 110 during use.

[0030] The closed end 10 and the peripheral wall 14 preferably define an interior volume 20 suitable for receiving a consumer product composition 110. The interior volume 20 may be characterized by a volume of from about 0.1 L to about 10 L, preferably from about 0.25 L to about 5 L, more preferably from about 0.5 L to about 3 L, more preferably from about 0.75 L to about 3 L, even more preferably from about 1 L to about 3 L, or from about 1.5 L to about 3 L, or from about 2 L to about 3 L.

[0031] The closed end 10 and peripheral wall 14 preferably comprise a thermoplastic material 15. The thermoplastic material may be a petroleum-based thermoplastic material or a plant-based thermoplastic material. The container 1 may comprise a material, preferably a thermoplastic material 15, selected from the group consisting of high density polyethylene, low density polyethylene, polypropylene, biaxially oriented polypropylene polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, polyethylene terephthalate glycol, processable polylactic acid, polyvinyl chloride, thermoplastic starch, cellulose bioplastic, aliphatic polyester, polylactic acid, and mixtures thereof.

[0032] The thermoplastic material may include recycled material, regrind material, or a combination thereof. Examples of "recycled" materials include post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials, post-industrial recycled (PIR) materials, and mixtures thereof. Examples of "regrind" materials include thermoplastic waste materials, such as sprues, runners, excess parison material, and rejects from injection and blow molding and extrusion operations, which have been reclaimed by shredding or granulation.

[0033] The peripheral wall 14 has a peripheral wall exterior surface 22. The peripheral wall exterior surface 22 is oriented away from the longitudinal axis 16. The peripheral wall exterior surface 22 may be characterized by a peripheral wall exterior surface area. As described in more detail below, the peripheral wall exterior surface 22 includes at least a first smooth panel 34 and a textured region 40.

[0034] 2 and 3, the peripheral wall 14 may have different portions. For example, the peripheral wall 14 may include a front wall 24. The peripheral wall 14 may include a rear wall 26 opposite the front wall 24. The peripheral wall 14 may include a first side wall 28 and a second side wall 30 connecting the front wall 24 and the rear wall 26. Any corners of the container 1 may be rounded, for example, corners where the front wall 24 meets the side walls 28, 30.

[0035] As shown in Figure 1, the container 1 may include a handle 32 that may provide a convenient grip. The handle 32 is preferably a through handle adjacent to the through hole 33, as shown in Figure 1. The handle 32 may be part of the peripheral wall 14.

[0036] The handle 32 may include surface irregularities (not shown), such as protrusions, dimples, ribs, contours, or combinations thereof, that may help to make the handle easier to grip.

[0037] Perimeter exterior surface 22 comprises a first smooth panel 34. In this disclosure, "smooth" means a relatively continuous surface with few significant elevation changes that appears visually smooth from a distance of one meter or more, and / or a surface that provides a relatively flat surface onto which a label may be affixed. First smooth panel 34 may be flat, but preferably has curves in one or more directions, which can contribute to an aesthetically pleasing rounded shape for container 1.

[0038] The first smooth panel 34 does not surround the longitudinal axis 16. As shown in Figure 1, the first smooth panel 34 may be disposed on the front wall 24 of the peripheral wall 14. This orientation allows the smooth panel 34 to face forward during display or sale of consumer products packaged within such container 1, allowing convenient reading of labels and / or messages that may be displayed thereon.

[0039] The first smooth panel 34 may have any suitable shape. The smooth panel may be substantially in the shape of a convex polygon, such as a square or a rectangle. In this context, "substantially" is intended to encompass, for example, shapes with rounded corners and / or line segments that are not perfectly straight. The smooth panel 34 may also be in a shape that is not a convex polygon. For example, the smooth panel 34 may be in the shape of a circle, an oval, an ellipse, or an oval. It may be preferable for the shape of the smooth panel 34 to have at least one concave portion 36. As shown in FIG. 1 , the concave portion 36 of the smooth panel 34 is curved and shaped to fit the shape of the through-hole 33. The first smooth panel 34 may have a first smooth panel periphery 37 that defines the shape of the first smooth panel 34. The first smooth panel periphery 37 may protrude away from the longitudinal axis 16 or may be inclined toward the longitudinal axis 16 relative to at least a portion of the peripheral wall outer surface 22.

[0040] As shown in Figure 4, the container 1 may include a second smooth panel 38. The second smooth panel 38 may preferably be disposed on the rear wall 26 of the container 1. The second smooth panel 38 may have any suitable shape. The second smooth panel 38 may be substantially symmetrical to the first smooth panel 34.

[0041] It is desirable that the first smooth panel 34, and, if present, the second smooth panel 38, be relatively large. For example, if the first smooth panel 34 has a relatively large surface area, it is particularly suitable for displaying a message disposed thereon. The first smooth panel 34 may be characterized by a first smooth panel surface area that is about 5% to about 50%, preferably about 10% to about 40%, and more preferably about 15% to about 35% of the peripheral wall exterior surface area. The surface area of ​​the first smooth panel 34 and / or the second smooth panel 38 is preferably larger than the surface area of ​​any individual asperities 42, preferably any individual facets 44.

[0042] Preferably, the first smooth panel 34 and / or the second smooth panel 38, preferably both, may be curved about a single axis, preferably an axis extending substantially from the closed end 10 to the open end 18, which may, but need not, be parallel to the longitudinal axis 16. For example, as seen in the top view of FIG. 3 , the first smooth panel 34 curves outwardly away from the longitudinal axis 16, but need not have a single radius of curvature, as does the second smooth panel 38. Stated differently, the first smooth panel 34 and the second smooth panel are configured to have an outward curvature that extends substantially from the first side wall 28 to the second side wall 30. The first smooth panel 34, and preferably also the second smooth panel 38, are preferably curved only about a single axis to facilitate better application of non-sleeve labels; curvature about multiple axes can result in uneven or wrinkled application of such labels.

[0043] The peripheral wall exterior surface 22 includes a textured region 40. The textured region 40 comprises a plurality of asperities 42. Each asperity 42 is arranged adjacent to one or more adjacent asperities 42, thereby forming a textured surface having a rougher texture or topography that is different from the texture or topography of the smooth panel 34. Figure 5 shows a side view of a container 1 according to the present disclosure, with suitable textured region 40 conveniently visible on the first sidewall 28.

[0044] As described above, the irregularities 42 of the textured region 40 may provide one or more advantages. For example, the irregularities 42 may contribute additional structural support or strength, giving the container 1 an improved ability to withstand top load forces. The irregularities 42 may improve the alignment of any sleeves applied to the container 1, such as shrink sleeves, and / or reduce slippage of such sleeves. A container 1 having a textured region 40 described herein may provide a better gripping surface compared to a smooth surface, making it easier to manufacture, fill, seal, or place into secondary packaging, for example, by a robotic arm. The textured region 40 and / or its irregularities 42 may provide advantages during storage or transport of such containers 1. For example, when rounded containers are stored or transported adjacent to each other within a case, small contact points between the containers may result in relatively high pressure points, which may dent the containers or scrape off artwork on the shrink sleeve. Relatively flat asperities 42, such as facets 44 described below, can provide a relatively large surface area at these contact points, reducing pressure at any one point and making them less of a problem. Flat contact points between containers 1 can also reduce movement or "shingling" of containers 1 when the case is transported.

[0045] The plurality of asperities 42 may take various forms or a mixture of forms. That is, the plurality of asperities 42 may include a plurality of facets 44. In other words, a given asperity 42 may be in the form of a facet 44. A facet 44 may be a small, planar surface. A facet 44 may preferably be adjacent to at least one other facet 44.

[0046] As discussed above, facets 44 can provide one or more advantages due to their relatively flat surface area. Textured region 40 can include more than about 5 facets 44, preferably more than about 10 facets 44, and more preferably more than about 20 facets 44. Textured region 40 can include about 5, preferably about 10 to about 50 facets 44.

[0047] It should be noted that while the facets 44 may be characterized by relatively flat or smooth surfaces, the facets 44 should be distinguished from the smooth panels 34, 38. For example, a given facet 44 may be relatively smaller (e.g., characterized by a smaller surface area) than the smooth panels 34, 38. Additionally, while the facets 44 may be arranged adjacent to one or more other facets 44, a first smooth panel 34 is typically not adjacent to a second smooth panel 38. Taken together, the facets 44 may comprise part or all of the textured region 40 of the peripheral wall exterior surface.

[0048] Each of the facets 44 may preferably have a substantially polygonal shape. As noted above, the term "substantially" in this context is intended to encompass, for example, shapes having rounded corners and / or line segments that are not perfectly straight. The substantially polygonal shape may be selected from the group consisting of a substantially triangular, a substantially rectangular, a substantially pentagonal, a substantially hexagonal, and combinations thereof. The facets 44 may have a substantially polygonal shape that is substantially quadrangular, such as a square, a rectangle, or a diamond. The multiple facets 44 may include facets of different shapes and / or sizes.

[0049] Each of the facets 44 has a facet exterior surface 46 oriented away from the longitudinal axis 16. Some, preferably each and all, of the facets may have a facet exterior surface area that is between about 0.0001% and about 4%, preferably between about 0.001% and about 2%, of the peripheral wall exterior surface area. Different facets 44 may be characterized by different facet exterior surface areas. Multiple facets 44 may be arranged such that individual facets 44 provide facet exterior surfaces 46 that reflect incident light in different directions. Stated another way, orthogonal directions away from the facet exterior surfaces 46 are non-coincident.

[0050] The textured region 40 preferably exists over a certain minimum surface area of ​​the container 1 so that there is enough textured region 40 to provide one or more of the enumerated benefits. On the other hand, it may be desirable to keep the textured region below a certain maximum surface area of ​​the container 1 so that the first smooth panel 34 (and optionally the second smooth panel 38) also has sufficient surface area to display the manufacturer's desired message. For example, the textured region 40 may have a textured region surface area that is about 5% to about 50%, preferably about 10% to about 40%, and more preferably about 15% to about 35% of the peripheral wall exterior surface area. It may be preferable for the total surface area of ​​the first smooth panel 34 and any other smooth panels, if present (e.g., the second smooth panel 38), to be greater than the surface area of ​​the textured region.

[0051] The textured region 40 may be present on any suitable portion of the peripheral wall 14. The textured region 40 may be present on the front wall 24, the rear wall 26, the first side wall 28, and the second side wall 30. Preferably, the textured region 40 is present on at least the first side wall 28 and the second side wall 30. In other words, the first side wall 28 and / or the second side wall 30 may include a plurality of asperities 42. The front wall 24 and / or the rear wall 26 may include a plurality of asperities. The first side wall 28 and / or the second side wall 30 may include a greater number of asperities than the front wall 24 and / or the rear wall 26. The peripheral wall exterior surface area of ​​the first side wall 28 and / or the second side wall 30 including the asperities 42 may be relatively greater than the peripheral wall exterior surface area of ​​the front wall 24 and / or the rear wall 26 including the asperities 42. The container 1 may include two or more textured regions 40.

[0052] 5, the overall shape of the container 1 may taper inwardly from the closed end 10 toward the open end 18 of the container 1. For example, the front wall 24 and the rear wall 26 may be configured to taper inwardly, e.g., toward the longitudinal axis 16, near the open end 18 of the container 1. Such a configuration may contribute to the structural strength of the container 1, e.g., to increase its resistance to top load forces.

[0053] Near the closed end 10, the container 1 may include a lip 39 that curves inwardly toward the longitudinal axis 16 from an outwardly projecting location. The lip 39 is part of the front wall 24, the rear wall 26, the first side wall 28, the second side wall 30, or a combination thereof, preferably at least two of them, and more preferably all four. The lip 39 may be configured to project radially outward beyond the closed end periphery 12. The lip 39 may help improve positioning of the sleeve 50 and / or prevent slippage of the sleeve 50.

[0054] In addition to the smooth panels 34, 38, the peripheral wall exterior surface may include other smooth regions 48 that are distinct from the smooth panels 34, 38 and the textured regions 40. The other smooth regions 48 may surround the longitudinal axis 16. The other smooth regions 48 may be near the closed end 10 and / or the open end 18. The handle 32 may include other smooth regions 48.

[0055] sleeve FIG. 6 shows a container system 1000 according to the present disclosure in which a label 49 in the form of a sleeve 50 is positioned around the peripheral wall 14 of the container 1 .

[0056] Container system 1000 includes a label 49 in the form of a sleeve 50. Sleeve 50 is placed around peripheral wall 14 of container 1. Sleeve 50 is preferably a shrink sleeve 52 and may be heat shrunk around container 1. Alternatively, sleeve 50 may be a stretch sleeve into which a preform or parison is blown and the stretch sleeve is stretched to form container system 1000.

[0057] The sleeve 50 can include a thermoplastic material 15, such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyester terephthalate (PET), oriented polypropylene (OPP), and oriented polystyrene (OPS). The shrink sleeve 50 can include one layer or multiple layers (e.g., laminated layers). The multiple layers can include a first layer and a second layer, and the first and second layers can be made of different materials. For example, the outer layer can be selected to be suitable for printing thereon.

[0058] The sleeve 50 may be printed. The sleeve 50 may be reverse printed. The sleeve 50 may be printed by digital printing, flexography, gravure printing, or other suitable printing techniques.

[0059] The printing may include metallic or pearlescent inks. The laminate of the sleeve 50 may include a metal foil. Metallic inks include small particles of metals such as aluminum, bronze, copper, zinc, or other metallic elements. A sleeve 50 printed with metallic inks can provide a reflective surface that produces a more perceived reflective flash.

[0060] The sleeve 50, preferably the shrink sleeve 52, may include indicia 54. Suitable indicia 54 may include marketing information (such as a brand name), graphics (such as a logo or decoration), instructional information, safety information, or a combination thereof.

[0061] The sleeve 50 may include one or more apertures 53. The one or more apertures 53 may be aligned with the through-holes 33 in the handle 32. The one or more apertures 53 may be formed by any suitable process. Typically, a cutting process is used to cut the sleeve 50 or score the sleeve 50 to remove predetermined removable portions, thereby forming the apertures 53. The cutting process may include cutting with a cutter, such as a laser, blade, die, or other tool capable of cutting the predetermined removable portions from the sleeve 50. The removal process may include removal with a striker, vacuum, or other suitable means. The cutting and / or removal process may occur before or after the sleeve 50 is provided to the container 1.

[0062] The sleeve 50 may include a lower edge 55 that is positioned near the closed end 10 of the container 1 when the sleeve 50 is placed on the container. The lower edge 55 of the sleeve 50 may be positioned below the lip 39 of the container (e.g., closer to the closed end 10 than the lip 39), or at least below the outwardly most protruding portion of the lip 39. The lip 39 may help hold the sleeve 50 in place and / or prevent the lower edge 55 from curling upward, such as during a shrink-wrapping process.

[0063] Additional parts The container system 1000 may include a spout 56 to facilitate dispensing of the consumer product composition. The container system 1000 may include a transition piece 58. The spout 56 may be part of the transition piece 58.

[0064] The container system 1000 may include a closure 112, which may be in the form of a dosing cup. The closure 112 may be a plug seal closure operably engageable with the open end. The closure 112 may be threadably engageable with the container 1 and / or the transition piece 58.

[0065] consumer products The present disclosure relates to a consumer product 100. Figure 7 shows a suitable consumer product 100. The consumer product 100 includes a container system 1000 as described herein and a consumer product composition 110 disposed within an interior volume 20 (shown as a cutaway view) of the container 1. The container system 1000 includes a sleeve 50 in the form of a shrink sleeve 52.

[0066] The consumer product 100 may include a closure 112 that seals the open end of the container 1. The closure 112 may be in the form of a cap, which may be threadably engageable with the container 1, such as with the transition piece 58 (if present). The closure 112 may also function as a metering and / or dosing device when the consumer product composition 110 is used.

[0067] The consumer product may be a fabric care product, a home care product, a beauty care product, or a combination thereof, preferably a fabric care product. Thus, the consumer product composition may be a fabric care composition, a home care composition, a beauty care composition, or a combination thereof, preferably a fabric care composition.

[0068] The consumer product composition is preferably a fabric care composition such as a laundry detergent composition (including heavy duty liquid cleaning detergents), a fabric conditioning composition (including liquid fabric softening and / or strengthening compositions), a laundry additive, a fabric pre-treatment composition (including pourable liquids), or mixtures thereof. Preferably, the fabric care composition is a fabric conditioning composition.

[0069] The compositions may be home care compositions such as air care, car care, dishwashing, hard surface cleaning and / or treatment, and other consumer or institutional cleaning.

[0070] The composition may be a beauty care composition, such as a hair treatment product (including shampoo and / or conditioner), a skin care product (including a cream, lotion, or other topically applied product for consumer use), a shaving care product (including a shaving lotion, foam, or pre- or post-shave treatment), a personal cleansing product (including a liquid body wash or liquid hand soap), or a mixture thereof.

[0071] The consumer product composition 110 may be in the form of a liquid composition, a granular composition, pastilles or beads, or a mixture thereof. Preferably, the consumer product composition 110 can be poured from the container 1.

[0072] The consumer product composition 110 is preferably in the form of a liquid. The liquid composition may comprise from about 30%, or from about 40%, or from about 50%, to about 99%, or to about 95%, or to about 90%, or to about 75%, or to about 70%, or to about 60% water by weight of the composition. The liquid composition may be a liquid laundry detergent, a liquid fabric conditioner, a liquid dish detergent, a hair shampoo, a hair conditioner, or a mixture thereof. The composition may be left to stand for 20 seconds. -1and may have a viscosity at 21°C of 1 to 1500 centipoise (1 to 1500 mPa·s), 100 to 1000 centipoise (100 to 1000 mPa·s), or 200 to 500 centipoise (200 to 500 mPa·s).

[0073] The composition may be in the form of a solid, preferably a pourable solid. The solid composition may be a powder or granular composition. Such a composition may be agglomerated or spray-dried. Such a composition may comprise a plurality of granules or particles, at least some of which comprise a different composition. The composition may be a powder or granular cleaning composition, which may include a bleaching agent. The composition may be in the form of beads or pastilles, which may be pastilles from a liquid melt. The composition may be an extruded product.

[0074] The consumer product composition may include one or more suitable consumer product adjuncts (also referred to as "adjuncts" as used herein). A consumer product adjunct may provide a benefit in the intended end use of the composition or may be a processing aid and / or a stabilizing aid.

[0075] Suitable consumer product adjuncts may include surfactants, conditioning actives, deposition aids, rheology modifiers or structurants, bleaching systems, stabilizers, builders, chelating agents, dye transfer inhibitors, dispersants, enzymes and enzyme stabilizers, catalytic metal complexes, polymeric dispersants, clay and soil removal / anti-redeposition agents, brighteners, suds suppressors, silicones, hueing agents, aesthetic dyes, additional perfumes and perfume delivery systems, structural elastomers, carriers, hydrotropes, processing aids, anti-agglomerating agents, coatings, formaldehyde scavengers, and / or pigments.

[0076] Depending on the intended form, formulation, and / or end use, the compositions of the present disclosure may be free of one or more of the following adjunct materials: bleach activators, surfactants, builders, chelating agents, dye transfer inhibitors, dispersants, enzymes and enzyme stabilizers, catalytic metal complexes, polymeric dispersants, clay and soil removal / anti-redeposition agents, brighteners, suds suppressors, dyes, additional perfumes and perfume delivery systems, structural elastomers, fabric softeners, carriers, hydrotropes, processing aids, structurants, anti-agglomerating agents, coatings, formaldehyde scavengers, and / or pigments.

[0077] The exact nature of these additional components and the concentration at which they are incorporated depend on the physical form of the composition and the nature of the work to be used. However, if one or more adjuvants are present, such one or more adjuvants can be present as detailed below. The following is a non-limiting list of suitable additional adjuvants:

[0078] The consumer product composition 110 of the present disclosure may include a surfactant. Surfactants may be useful, for example, to provide cleaning benefits. The composition may also include a surfactant system, which may contain one or more surfactants. The compositions of the present disclosure may include from about 0.1% to about 70%, or from about 2% to about 60%, or from about 5% to about 50% of the surfactant system, by weight of the composition. The surfactant system may include an anionic surfactant, a nonionic surfactant, a zwitterionic surfactant, a cationic surfactant, an amphoteric surfactant, or a combination thereof. The surfactant system may include a nonionic surfactant, such as a linear alkyl benzene sulfonate, an alkyl ethoxylated sulfate, an alkyl sulfate, an ethoxylated alcohol, an amine oxide, or a mixture thereof. The surfactant may be derived, at least in part, from a natural source, such as a natural source alcohol.

[0079] The consumer product composition 110 of the present disclosure may also include a conditioning active. Compositions containing a conditioning active may provide benefits related to softness, anti-wrinkle, anti-static, conditioning, anti-stretch, color, and / or appearance. The consumer product composition may include from about 1% to about 50%, preferably from 4% to about 35%, more preferably from about 5% to about 20%, and more preferably from about 6% to about 15% of the conditioning active by weight of the consumer product composition. Conditioning actives suitable for the compositions of the present disclosure may include quaternary ammonium ester compounds, silicones, non-ester quaternary ammonium compounds, amines, fatty acid esters, sucrose esters, silicones, dispersible polyolefins, polysaccharides, fatty acids, softening or conditioning oils, polymer latexes, or combinations thereof. The composition may include a quaternary ammonium ester compound, a silicone, or a combination thereof, preferably a single combination thereof.

[0080] The consumer product composition 110 of the present disclosure may include a fragrance system. The fragrance system may include a neat fragrance oil, a pro-fragrance, an encapsulated fragrance, a polymer-assisted delivery fragrance, or a combination thereof. The encapsulated fragrance may include a population of core / shell delivery particles, where the core includes fragrance and optionally a partitioning modifier (such as isopropyl myristate), and the shell includes a polymeric material such as polyacrylate, polymethacrylate, polyamide, polyamide ester, polyurea, polyurethane, melamine-formaldehyde, biopolymers (such as polysaccharides), and the like. The pro-fragrance may include a silicone-based pro-fragrance.

[0081] The consumer product composition 110 of the present disclosure may also include a deposition aid, such as a cationic polymer. The consumer product composition 110 of the present disclosure may also include a structurant or rheology modifier.

[0082] array The present disclosure relates to an array 200 of consumer products 100, 101. An array 200 according to the present disclosure is shown in FIG.

[0083] Generally, consumer products 100, 101 include similar containers 1, which are substantially the same as those described above, e.g., each having a textured portion 40 and one or more smooth panels 34. However, consumer products 100, 101 are distinguished by different label types, with at least one consumer product 100 including a sleeve 50, preferably a shrink sleeve 52, and at least one other consumer product 101 including a different type of label 150 that is not in the form of a sleeve.

[0084] The use of different types of labels can prove useful to consumers, allowing them to conveniently distinguish between products packaged in similar containers except for the label. For example, the consumer products may offer different benefits, have different aesthetics, or be priced differently. The container 1 of the present disclosure is particularly well-suited to receiving different types of labels due to the presence of both the textured region 40 and the smooth panel 34.

[0085] The array 200 of the present disclosure relates to an array 200 of consumer products, where the array 200 includes a first consumer product 100 and a second consumer product 101. The first consumer product 100 includes a first consumer product composition 110 disposed within a first container 2. The second consumer product 101 includes a second consumer product composition 111 disposed within a second container 3. Suitable containers and consumer products are described in more detail above, and the disclosure in these sections applies substantially to the containers and consumer products of the array described herein.

[0086] For example, in the array of the present disclosure, the first container 2 and the second container 3 each include a closed end 10 having a closed end perimeter 12 and a peripheral wall 14 extending from the closed end perimeter 12 around a longitudinal axis 16 of the containers 2, 3 to an open end 18, the peripheral wall 14 having a peripheral wall exterior surface 22 oriented away from the longitudinal axis 16, the peripheral wall exterior surface 22 having a peripheral wall exterior surface area, the peripheral wall exterior surface 22 including a first smooth panel 34 and a textured region 40, the first smooth panel 34 not surrounding the longitudinal axis 16, the textured region 40 including a plurality of irregularities 42, each irregularity 42 arranged adjacent to one or more adjacent irregularities 42. The first and second containers 2, 3 are preferably blow-molded containers made from a thermoplastic material 15, as described in more detail above.

[0087] As noted above, the first container 2 and the second container 3 include different types of labels. For example, the first container 2 includes a first label 49 in the form of a sleeve 50 disposed about the peripheral wall 14, preferably in the form of a shrink sleeve 52. The shrink sleeve 52 is described in more detail below.

[0088] The second container 3 includes a second label 150 on the smooth panel 34, the second label 150 not being in the form of a sleeve. The second label 150 may be selected from the group consisting of an in-mold label, a heat transfer label, an adhesive label, a direct print label, or a combination thereof, and is preferably an in-mold label. In particular, the second label 150 in the form of an in-mold label is conveniently applied to the smooth panel 34 of the blow-molded container.

[0089] Although the first and second consumer products 100, 101 may include different consumer product compositions 110, 111, the first and second labels 49, 150 preferably include common indicia 60, such as marketing information (e.g., a brand name), graphics (e.g., a logo or decoration), instructional information, safety information, or a combination thereof. Such common indicia 60 can help link the consumer products 100, 101 together in the consumer's mind. Additionally or alternatively, the first label 49 may include a first indicia 61, and the second label 150 may include a second indicia 62 that is different from the first indicia 61. This can further help the consumer distinguish between the consumer products 100, 101.

[0090] The first consumer product composition 110 and the second consumer product composition 111 preferably have different formulations. For example, the formulations may include different ingredients, ingredients that are present in one but not the other, or common ingredients that are present at different levels in each. The first consumer product 100 and the second consumer product 101 may be different versions of the same or similar type of product. For example, they may be, for example, two versions of a fabric enhancing product with different levels of actives. Additionally or alternatively, the first consumer product 100 and the second consumer product 101 may be suitable for sequential use, for example, as part of a treatment regimen. As an example, the first consumer product 100 may be useful as a laundry detergent intended for use in the wash cycle, while the second consumer product 101 may be useful as a fabric enhancing agent for use in the rinse cycle.

[0091] For example, in array 200 of the present disclosure, first consumer product composition 110 and second consumer product composition 111 may each include a first consumer product adjunct in common. The first consumer product adjunct may be any suitable consumer product adjunct, preferably a surfactant, a conditioning agent, a fragrance system, or a mixture thereof. Preferably, the first consumer product adjunct is present in both the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition at a concentration of about 4% to about 35% by weight, although the weight percentages may be the same or different.

[0092] The first consumer product composition 110 may include the first consumer product supplement material in a first weight % (i.e., present in a weight percent relative to the weight of the first consumer product composition), and the second consumer product composition 111 may include the first consumer product supplement material in a second weight % (i.e., present in a weight percent relative to the weight of the second consumer product composition) that is different from the first weight %. Preferably, the first weight % is greater than the second weight %.

[0093] The first consumer product adjunct material is preferably a conditioning agent, more preferably a quaternary ammonium ester material.

[0094] The first consumer product composition 110 and the second consumer product composition 111 may comprise different perfume systems. The perfume systems may comprise neat perfume oils, pro-perfumes, encapsulated perfumes, polymer-assisted delivery perfumes, or combinations thereof. The perfume systems may comprise different perfume raw materials, delivery systems, or concentrations thereof. In this disclosure, "different perfume systems" is also understood to mean that the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition may comprise the same perfume materials but at different weight percent levels.

[0095] Preferably, both the first consumer product composition 110 and the second consumer product composition 111 are liquids. Liquid compositions are conveniently dispensed from the containers of the present disclosure.

[0096] Preferably, the first consumer product composition 100 and the second consumer product composition 101 are in the same consumer product category. For example, the first consumer product composition 110 and the second consumer product composition 111 may both preferably be fabric care compositions, home care compositions, or beauty care compositions, and preferably both may be fabric care compositions, and more preferably both may be fabric conditioning compositions. If the first consumer product composition 100 and the second consumer product composition 101 are in the same consumer product category, it is important to inform consumers of the differences between the products, for example, by using different labels 49, 150.

[0097] The first consumer product composition 100 and the second consumer product composition 101 are preferably displayed in a commercial setting, for example, aligned vertically and / or horizontally, on a common shelving system 300. The first consumer product composition 100 and the second consumer product composition 101 may be separated by less than about 2 meters, preferably less than about 1 meter. Different labels on similar containers help consumers distinguish between the consumer products and select the right one for them.

[0098] In addition to having different label types, the first container 2 and the second container 3 can have different closures. For example, the first container 2 can have a first closure 114, and the second container 3 can have a second closure 116. The second closure 116 can be different from the first closure 114. The first closure 114 and the second closure 116 can be characterized by different sizes, shapes, colors, or combinations thereof. Visually distinct closures can further help consumers distinguish between products. Different sized closures can be useful for promoting dosing compliance (and optimal performance) when the closures also function as metering or dosing devices. For example, the first product composition 110 and the second product composition 111 can contain active ingredients at different levels and, therefore, have different dosing recommendations.

[0099] The array may further include a third consumer product, which may contain a third consumer product composition within the third container. The third container may include a sleeve, preferably a shrink sleeve, disposed on the peripheral wall. The third consumer product composition may have a formulation that is substantially similar to, or even the same as, the first consumer product composition. The third container may be a different size or have a different internal volume compared to that of the first container. The third container may have some or substantially all of the same features as the first container, which may include a first smooth panel. Alternatively, the third container may have at least some different features compared to the first container, for example, it may not have the first smooth panel and / or the textured region may extend over a relatively large surface area, preferably over most or all of the surface area of ​​the container, and the textured region may include a plurality of irregularities, preferably facets. The third container may include facets over most or substantially all of the peripheral wall. An array according to the present disclosure may include a first consumer product (including a first container) and a third consumer product (including a third container) according to the present disclosure. In such an array, a second consumer product (including a second container having a label not in the form of a sleeve) may or may not be present.

[0100] Manufacturing method The present disclosure relates to a method of making a consumer product 100. For example, the method may include providing a container 1 as described above, providing an interior volume 20 of the container 1 with a consumer product composition 110 as described above (e.g., filling the container with the consumer product composition), sealing the container, and providing a sleeve 50, preferably a shrink sleeve 52, on a peripheral wall 14 of the container 1.

[0101] The filling, sealing, and "sleeving" steps may be performed in any suitable order, provided that the filling step occurs before the sealing step. For example, the sleeve 50 may be provided to the container 1 before the consumer product composition 110 is provided to the container 1. The sleeve 50 may be provided to the container 1 before the container 1 is sealed. The container 1 may be sealed before the sleeve 50 is provided to the container 1.

[0102] One method may include removing a portion of the sleeve 50 to form an aperture 53, preferably aligned with the through hole 33 in the handle 32. A cutting process may be used, such as cutting with a cutter, such as a laser, blade, die, or other tool capable of severing the predetermined removable portion from the sleeve 50. The removal process may include removal with a striker, vacuum, or other suitable means. The cutting and / or removal process may occur before or after the sleeve 50 is provided to the container 1.

[0103] The present disclosure also relates to a method of making a plurality of consumer products, for example, a first consumer product 100 and a second consumer product 101. The method involves using similar containers 2, 3, but filling them with different consumer product compositions 110, 110, and applying different types of labels 49, 150 (e.g., sleeved on one and non-sleeved on the other).

[0104] The container 1 of the present disclosure is particularly well suited for such a process. For example, the container 1 can be fitted with a sleeve 50 (e.g., a shrink sleeve 52) due to the textured region 40 of the container, but can also be fitted with a non-sleeve (e.g., a label 150 in the form of an in-mold label) due to the smooth panel 34 of the container. Thus, a manufacturer can conveniently use a single type of container 1 to package multiple consumer product compositions 110, 111, with the resulting products being distinguished at least in part by the different labels 49, 150.

[0105] The present disclosure relates to a method of making a consumer product 100, a first consumer product, and a second consumer product 101, as described herein. The method may include providing a first container 2 with a first consumer product composition 110 and providing a first label 49 in the form of a sleeve 50 on the peripheral wall 14 of the first container 2. These steps may be performed in any suitable order, but preferably, providing the first label 49 occurs after the first container 2 has been filled with the first composition 110, for example to avoid spillage onto the label 49. The method may also include sealing the first container 2, preferably with a first closure 114. A portion of the sleeve 50 may be removed to form an aperture 53, as described in more detail above.

[0106] The method may include providing a second container 3 with a second consumer product 111 and providing a second label 150 not in the form of a sleeve on a smooth panel 34 of the second container 3, preferably with the smooth panel 34 located on the front wall of the peripheral wall. These steps may be performed in any suitable order, but preferably providing the second label 150 occurs after the second container has been filled with the second composition 111, for example to avoid spillage onto the label 150. The method may include sealing the second container 3 with a second closure 116, which may preferably be different from the first closure 114.

[0107] As discussed above, an advantage of the containers of the present disclosure is the flexibility offered to manufacturers, allowing them to use the same container with various label types in combination with various consumer product compositions. This provides storage convenience to manufacturers, who, for example, only need a single location to store the containers before they are filled. Thus, the method may include storing the first and second containers 2, 3 at a first location. The method may include transferring the first container 2 to a first production line and the second container 3 to a second production line. This is convenient when the first consumer product 100 and the second consumer product 101 are manufactured on different lines. The method may include transferring the first container 2 to a first production line and the second container 3 to a second production line. This is convenient when the first consumer product 100 and the second consumer product 101 are manufactured on the same line.

[0108] The first and second consumer products 100, 101 may be packaged within secondary packaging such as a case, crate, or pallet. The first consumer product and the second consumer product may be packaged within the same secondary packaging (e.g., placed in the same box and / or on the same pallet) or may be packaged within different secondary packaging (e.g., placed in different boxes and / or on different pallets).

[0109] combination Specifically contemplated combinations of the present disclosure are set forth herein in the following alphabetized sections, which are exemplary in nature and not intended to be limiting.

[0110] A. A container system comprising a container and a label, wherein the container has a closed end having a closed end periphery and a peripheral wall extending from the closed end periphery to the open end about a longitudinal axis of the container, the peripheral wall having a peripheral wall exterior surface oriented away from the longitudinal axis, the peripheral wall exterior surface having a peripheral wall exterior surface area, the peripheral wall exterior surface comprising a first smooth panel and a textured region, the first smooth panel does not surround the longitudinal axis, the textured region comprises a plurality of irregularities, each irregularity being arranged adjacent to one or more adjacent irregularities, and the label is in the form of a sleeve disposed around the peripheral wall.

[0111] B. The container system of paragraph A, wherein the sleeve is a shrink sleeve, preferably a shrink sleeve containing ink, more preferably a shrink sleeve containing metallic ink.

[0112] C. A container system according to either paragraph A or B, wherein the smooth panel is disposed on the front wall of the peripheral wall.

[0113] D. The container system of any of paragraphs A-C, wherein the smooth panel has a shape that is not a convex polygon.

[0114] E. The container system of any of paragraphs A-D, wherein the container comprises a second smooth panel, preferably the second smooth panel is positioned on a rear wall of the peripheral wall, the rear wall being opposite the front wall, and more preferably the second smooth panel is symmetrical to the first smooth panel.

[0115] E2. The container system of any of paragraphs A-E, wherein the first smooth panel is curved about a single axis, and preferably the second smooth panel is also curved about a single axis, which may be the same single axis about which the first smooth panel is curved, and more preferably, one or both single axes extend from the closed end to the open end of the container.

[0116] F. The container system of any of paragraphs A-E2, wherein the peripheral wall includes a side wall connecting the front wall to the rear wall, and wherein at least a portion of the irregularities are located on at least one, preferably two, side walls.

[0117] G. The container system of any of paragraphs A-F, wherein the closed end and the peripheral wall comprise a thermoplastic material, preferably the thermoplastic material comprises a material selected from the group consisting of high density polyethylene, low density polyethylene, polypropylene, biaxially oriented polypropylene polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, polyethylene terephthalate glycol, processable polylactic acid, polyvinyl chloride, thermoplastic starch, cellulose bioplastic, aliphatic polyester, polylactic acid, and mixtures thereof.

[0118] H. The container system of any of paragraphs A through G, wherein the container is a blow-molded container.

[0119] I. The container system described in any of paragraphs A-H, wherein the first smooth panel has a first smooth panel surface area that is between about 5% and about 50%, preferably between about 10% and about 40%, and more preferably between about 15% and about 35% of the peripheral wall exterior surface area.

[0120] J. The container system described in any of paragraphs A-I, wherein the textured region has a textured region surface area that is about 5% to about 50%, preferably about 10% to about 40%, and more preferably about 15% to about 35% of the peripheral wall exterior surface area.

[0121] K. The container system of any of paragraphs A-J, wherein the plurality of irregularities comprises a plurality of facets, preferably each of the facets having a shape that is substantially polygonal, more preferably the substantially polygonal shape is selected from the group consisting of a substantially triangular, a substantially rectangular, a substantially pentagonal, a substantially hexagonal, and combinations thereof, and even more preferably a substantially rectangular shape.

[0122] L. The container system of paragraph K, wherein each of the facets has a facet exterior surface oriented away from the longitudinal axis, and each of the facets has a facet exterior surface area that is between about 0.0001% and about 4% of the peripheral wall exterior surface area.

[0123] M. The container system of any of paragraphs A-L, wherein the container includes a handle, preferably a piercing handle.

[0124] N. A consumer product comprising: a container system according to any of paragraphs A-M; and a consumer product composition disposed within the interior volume of the container, preferably a consumer product composition selected from a fabric care composition, a home care composition, a beauty care composition, or a combination thereof, more preferably a fabric care composition.

[0125] O. An array of consumer products, the array comprising a first consumer product and a second consumer product, the first consumer product comprising a first consumer product composition disposed within a first container, and the second consumer product comprising a second consumer product composition disposed within a second container, the first container and the second container each comprising a closed end having a closed end periphery and a peripheral wall extending from the closed end periphery to the open end about a longitudinal axis of the container, the peripheral wall having a peripheral wall outer surface oriented away from the longitudinal axis, The exterior surface has a peripheral wall exterior surface area, the peripheral wall exterior surface comprising a first smooth panel and a textured region, the first smooth panel not surrounding the longitudinal axis, the textured region comprising a plurality of irregularities, each irregularity being arranged next to one or more adjacent irregularities, the first container comprising a first label in the form of a sleeve disposed around the peripheral wall, preferably the sleeve being in the form of a shrink sleeve, and the second container comprising a second label on the smooth panel, the second label not in the form of a sleeve.

[0126] P. The array of paragraph O, wherein the second label is selected from the group consisting of an in-mold label, a thermal transfer label, an adhesive label, a direct print label, or a combination thereof, and is preferably an in-mold label.

[0127] Q. The array of either paragraph O or P, wherein the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition each include a first consumer product supplement in common, preferably the first consumer product supplement is present in both the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition at a concentration of about 4% to about 35% by weight, more preferably the first consumer product composition includes the first consumer product supplement in a first weight % and the second consumer product composition includes the first consumer product supplement in a second weight % that is different from the first weight %, and even more preferably the first weight % is greater than the second weight %.

[0128] R. The array of paragraph Q, wherein the first consumer product supplement material is a quaternary ammonium ester material.

[0129] S. The array of any of paragraphs O-R, wherein the first label and the second label each include common indicia, preferably common indicia selected from marketing information, graphics, instructional information, safety information, or combinations thereof.

[0130] T. The array of any of paragraphs O-S, wherein the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition comprise different fragrance systems.

[0131] U. The array of any of paragraphs OT, wherein the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition are both liquids.

[0132] V. The array of any of paragraphs O-U, wherein both the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition are fabric care compositions, home care compositions, or beauty care compositions, preferably fabric care compositions.

[0133] W. The array of any of paragraphs O-V, wherein the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition are displayed on a common shelving system, preferably in a commercial setting.

[0134] X. The array of any of paragraphs O-W, wherein the first container comprises a first closure and the second container comprises a second closure, and the first closure and the second closure are characterized by different sizes, different shapes, different colors, or a combination thereof.

[0135] Y. A method for producing the first and second consumer products described in any of paragraphs N-X, comprising the steps of providing a first consumer product composition in a first container, providing a label in the form of a sleeve on a peripheral wall of the first container, providing a second consumer product composition in a second container, and providing a label not in the form of a sleeve on a smooth panel of the second container. [Example]

[0136] The examples provided below are illustrative in nature and not intended to be limiting.

[0137] Example 1. Exemplary Consumer Product Composition (Liquid Fabric Enhancer) Table 1 shows exemplary formulations of consumer product compositions that can be packaged in the container system of the present disclosure to form consumer products. Specifically, the following compositions are liquid fabric enhancer products:

[0138] [Table 1] 1 Ester Quat 1: A mixture of bis-(2-hydroxypropyl)-dimethylammonium methyl sulfate fatty acid ester, (2-hydroxypropyl)-(1-methyl-2-hydroxyethyl)-dimethylammonium methyl sulfate fatty acid ester, and bis-(1-methyl-2-hydroxyethyl)-dimethylammonium methyl sulfate fatty acid ester, where the fatty acid ester is prepared from a C12-C18 fatty acid mixture (REWOQUAT DIP V 20 M Concentrate, e.g., Evonik). 2Ester Quat 2: N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl)-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride fatty acid ester (REWOQUAT CI-DEEDMAC, e.g., Evonik), produced from a mixture of C12 to C18 fatty acids 3 Ester Quat 3: Esterification product of (C16-18 and C18 unsaturated) fatty acids with triethanolamine, quaternized with dimethyl sulfate (REWOQUAT WE 18, e.g., Evonik) * Core / shell delivery particles, where the shell comprises an acrylate polymer and the core comprises a fragrance and a partitioning modifier (e.g., isopropyl myristate). The "% actives" provided is the amount of fragrance delivered in the composition.

[0139] Dimensions and values ​​disclosed herein should not be understood as being strictly limited to the exact numerical values ​​recited. Instead, unless otherwise indicated, each such dimension is intended to mean both the recited value and a functionally equivalent range surrounding that value. For example, a dimension disclosed as "40 mm" is intended to mean "about 40 mm."

[0140] All documents cited herein, including any cross-referenced or related patents or patent applications, and any patent applications or patents to which this application claims priority or benefit, are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety, unless expressly stated to the contrary. The citation of any document shall not be deemed to be prior art to any invention disclosed or claimed herein, or to teach, suggest, or disclose any such invention, either alone or in combination with any other reference(s). Furthermore, to the extent that any meaning or definition of a term in this document conflicts with any meaning or definition of the same term in a document incorporated by reference, the meaning or definition assigned to that term in this document shall govern.

[0141] While particular embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and described, it would be obvious to those skilled in the art that various other changes and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. It is therefore intended to cover in the appended claims all such changes and modifications that are within the scope of this invention.

Claims

1. an array of consumer products, the array including a first consumer product and a second consumer product; the first consumer product comprises a first consumer product composition disposed in a first container; the second consumer product comprises a second consumer product composition disposed in a second container; The first container and the second container each include: a closed end having a closed end periphery; a peripheral wall extending from the closed end periphery to the open end about the longitudinal axis of the container; the peripheral wall has a peripheral wall outer surface oriented away from the longitudinal axis; the peripheral wall exterior surface has a peripheral wall exterior surface area; the peripheral wall exterior surface comprises a first smooth panel and a textured region; the first smooth panel does not surround the longitudinal axis; the textured region comprises a plurality of projections and recesses; Each irregularity is arranged adjacent to one or more adjacent irregularities; the first container includes a first label in the form of a sleeve disposed about the peripheral wall; the sleeve being in the form of a shrink sleeve; the second container includes a second label on the first smooth panel; An array wherein the second label is not in the form of a sleeve.

2. the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition each include a first consumer product adjunct in common; 10. The array of claim 1, wherein the first consumer product adjunct is present in both the first consumer product composition and the second consumer product composition at a concentration of about 4% to about 35% by weight.

3. 3. A method for producing a first and second consumer product according to claim 1 or 2, comprising the steps of: providing the first consumer product composition in the first container; providing the first label in the form of a sleeve on the peripheral wall of the first container; providing the second consumer product composition in the second container; providing the second label not in the form of a sleeve on the first smooth panel of the second container.

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