Travel container

Abstract

A travel container for storing liquids and ideally sized for convenient transport and storage is provided and comprises a first end having an opening that is configured to receive a cap that is releasably secured to the first end of the container to hold the liquid inside the container when the cap is in a closed position and to allow for liquid to be dispensed from the container when the cap is deployed in an open position; a body that is constructed of a flexible material that allows the container to be reshaped into a folded or rolled up state; a second end featuring a heavy duty zip lock that allows for opening and closing the container for ease of refilling the container with liquid to be dispensed; and a small tab attached to the container at its second end that allows the container to be hung in place. Optionally, a waterproof pocket is provided on the side of the container in which a label may be inserted to identify the contents of the container.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The invention relates to portable containers for holding or carrying personal effects, such as toiletries, cosmetics and other liquids. This invention further relates to containers that are capable of compact storage, easy dispensing and refilling and convenient placement during use.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Transporting liquids, such as shampoo, lotion, mouthwash and the like presents challenges for travelers because it is not easy to pack and store travel containers for these personal necessities. Transporting liquids is particularly problematic for airplane travelers due to Transport Security Administration (“TSA”) rules which limit the volume of liquids allowed in travel containers. The conventional travel bottles that comply with the applicable TSA rules are limited in that they are typically very difficult to refill. Many travel containers do not allow users ease of identifying the liquid stored in each container. Moreover, most travel contai...

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Benefits of technology

[0004]In view of the above, it is an object of the present invention to provide a portable travel container that may be easily and compactly stored during travel, can dispense liquids of varying viscosity at a desirable rate, may be easily and quickly refilled and may be easily accessed while a user is performing activities such as showering, bathing, washing his or her face and other similar activities. Other objects and features of the invention will be in part apparent and in part specifically described herein.

[0005]In accordance with the invention, a portable container is provided for storing and dispensing liquids in a controlled manner. In one embodiment, a container is provided that has at a first end, an opening that is grooved to receive a twist on cap. The body of the container is foldable or rollable, much like a toothpaste tube, allowing for optimally compact storage when the container is either empty or not filled to capacity. The flexibility of the body allows for the containers to be packed in a more compact fashion than rigid containers, thus allowing for optimal use of storage space.

[0006]Opposite of the container's first end, the container has an opposing second end that features a heavy-duty zip lock that allows for opening and closing the container. This zip lock at the second end acts as a closure mechanism that secures a closed position of the second end of the container, while also allowing the container to be opened at the second end to enable the user to easily refill the container. A small tab is included at the second end, allowing the container to be hung in place from any suitable hanging member, such as a hook. The positioning of the tab allows for the container to be hung even when the container is in a rolled up or folded state.

Problems solved by technology

Transporting liquids, such as shampoo, lotion, mouthwash and the like presents challenges for travelers because it is not easy to pack and store travel containers for these personal necessities.

Transporting liquids is particularly problematic for airplane travelers due to Transport Security Administration (“TSA”) rules which limit the volume of liquids allowed in travel containers.

The conventional travel bottles that comply with the applicable TSA rules are limited in that they are typically very difficult to refill.

Many travel containers do not allow users ease of identifying the liquid stored in each container.

Moreover, most travel containers are not optimally suited to dispense different liquids of varying degrees of viscosity.

Travel containers are also often difficult to store compactly during travel due to their shape and size.

Once the traveler arrives at their travel destination, it is often difficult to find space to set up the various containers for convenient access when the traveler needs to use them.

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