Packaging with tamper-evident seal

Abstract

This disclosure relates to a “package with a tamper-evident seal”. The package may include a base box and a lid with a tamper-evident seal. The tamper-evident seal may include a paper substrate having a first adhesive portion configured to attach to a side panel of the base box and a second adhesive portion configured to attach to a second side panel of the lid. The first and second adhesive portions may be disposed on opposite sides of the paper substrate, and an insert configured to be externally accessible to the package when the tamper-evident seal is applied may be part of the paper substrate. When the insert is pulled with a sufficiently large force, the paper substrate tears, such that the first and second adhesive portions remain fixed to the first and second side panels, respectively, while the remainder of the paper substrate tears freely, allowing the package to be opened.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The described embodiments relate generally to packaging. More specifically, the present embodiments relate to packaging with a tamper-evident seal. BACKGROUND

[0002] The described embodiments relate generally to packaging, including tamper-evident seals and packaging using them. More specifically, the present embodiments relate to packaging using tamper-evident seals that can be torn such that it is clear whether the packaging was opened before. Product packaging is an inseparable part of the customer experience. It introduces the customer to their product and can influence the customer’s perception of the product and the company that created it. Additionally, evidence of prior tampering is important to customers and retailers, especially for high-end packaging (e.g., for electronic devices). Some current high-end packaging can include a plastic material or film overwrap as a tamper-evident device.

[0003] What is needed is a packaging paradigm that can maintain the integrity of the packaging before it is received by the end user and indicate that the packaging was opened before, but is removable and increases the recyclability of the packaging. SUMMARY

[0004] Some embodiments relate to a tamper-evident seal for packaging. The tamper-evident seal includes a paper base material. As part of the tamper-evident seal, a first adhesive portion can be configured to attach to a first side panel of a base box, and a second adhesive portion can be configured to attach to a second side panel of a lid. The tamper-evident seal can also include a tab configured to extend to an exterior of the packaging when the tamper-evident seal is applied. When the tab is pulled with a force great enough, the paper base material tears such that the first adhesive portion and the second adhesive portion remain fixed to the first side panel and the second side panel, respectively, while the rest of the paper base material is free to tear. This can allow the packaging to be opened.

[0005] In some embodiments, one (or both) of the first adhesive portion or the second adhesive portion includes a fibrous tape. In some embodiments, the paper base material does not include perforations. The paper base material is configured to tear to create a tear path that extends in a direction of the pulling force. In some embodiments, the tab is releasably attached to the base or the lid when the base box and the lid are in a closed configuration.

[0006] Some embodiments relate to a package. The package can include a base box having a first side panel, a lid including a second side panel parallel to the first side panel, and a tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel when the base box and the lid are in a closed configuration. In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal includes a paper substrate. The paper substrate can include a first portion extending in a first direction, and a second portion and a third portion extending in opposite directions. In this way, the first portion, the second portion, and the third portion together form a T-shape. In some embodiments, the first portion is folded onto itself at a first fold. The second portion and the third portion are each folded at a second fold and a third fold, respectively, around an overlapping portion of the first portion formed by the first fold. In some embodiments, a first adhesive portion is attached to the first side panel, and a second adhesive portion is attached to the second side panel. In response to a force applied in a direction away from the package, the paper substrate is configured to tear such that the first portion is free to tear along a first line and a second line parallel to the folds of the second portion and the third portion.

[0007] In some embodiments, one (or both) of the first adhesive portion and the second adhesive portion comprises or is formed of a fibrous tape. In some embodiments, the first adhesive portion is attached to a surface of the first side panel facing the second side panel, and the second adhesive portion is attached to a surface of the second side panel facing the first side panel. In some embodiments, the base box further includes a recess to receive a portion of the tamper-evident seal on an exterior of the base box. In some embodiments, the first portion of the paper substrate further includes a releasable adhesive to engage the recess when the package is in the closed configuration.

[0008] In some embodiments, the paper substrate further includes a tab extending from the first portion and releasably attached to the base or the lid when the base box and the lid are in the closed configuration. In some embodiments, the paper substrate includes a stress concentration feature at the intersection of the first portion and the second portion, and the first portion and the third portion, respectively.

[0009] In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal further includes a reinforcing element secured to the first portion of the paper substrate and configured to increase a stiffness of the first portion relative to one (or both) of the second portion or the third portion. In some embodiments, the widths of the portions of the paper substrate are equal. In some embodiments, the paper substrate further includes a tab extending from the first portion, the tab having an increased width relative to the first portion. In some embodiments, the widths of the second portion and the third portion are equal to each other.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first portion of the paper substrate further includes a releasable adhesive to engage one of the base or the lid when the package is in the closed configuration prior to the tamper-evident seal being torn.

[0011] Some embodiments relate to a package including: a base having a first side panel and a base panel; a lid having a second side panel parallel to the first side panel and perpendicular to the base panel when the package is closed; and a tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel when the base and the lid are in a closed configuration. In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal includes a paper substrate, a first adhesive coupling the paper substrate to the base panel, a second adhesive coupling the paper substrate to the second side panel, and the first adhesive and the second adhesive are configured to peel from their respective panels in response to a force applied in a direction away from the package.

[0012] In some embodiments, the paper substrate does not tear during removal from the package. The tamper-evident seal can include a third adhesive coupling the paper substrate to the second side panel having a greater shear strength than the second adhesive for removal of the tamper-evident seal from the package. In some embodiments, the paper substrate is not attached to the first side panel. In some embodiments, the paper substrate extends along the base panel, is folded inwardly and along the first side panel, and is folded over on itself such that the second adhesive is able to be coupled to the second side panel.

[0013] Some embodiments relate to a package including: a base having a first side panel; a lid having a second side panel parallel to the first side panel; and a tamper-evident seal formed from a paper substrate and disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel when the base and the lid are in a closed configuration. In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal includes: a first adhesive portion attached to the first side panel; a second adhesive portion attached to the second side panel; and a tab extending to an exterior of the package and accessible by a user. When the tab is pulled with a force great enough, the paper substrate tears such that the first adhesive portion and the second adhesive portion remain fixed to the first side panel and the second side panel, respectively, while the remainder of the paper substrate is free to tear.

[0014] Some embodiments relate to a package comprising: a base box comprising a first side panel; a lid comprising a second side panel parallel to the first side panel; and a tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel when the base box and the lid are in a closed configuration. In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal comprises a paper substrate. The paper substrate comprises: a label surface visible when the package is in the closed configuration; and a tab configured to be tearable in response to a force away from the package such that the tamper-evident seal is broken. The label surface is adhered to a bottom panel of the base box perpendicular to the first side panel and the second side panel, and a portion of the tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel is adhered to an inside of the second side panel and not adhered to the first side panel. In some embodiments, tearing the tab breaks the tamper-evident seal by separating the label surface from the portion of the tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel.

[0015] Some embodiments relate to a package comprising: a base box comprising a first side panel and a base panel; a lid comprising a second side panel parallel to the first side panel and perpendicular to the base panel when the package is closed; and a tamper-evident seal. The tamper-evident seal can comprise: a first paper substrate; a first adhesive coupling the first paper substrate to the base panel; a second paper substrate fixed to a portion of the first paper substrate; and a second adhesive coupling the second paper substrate to the second side panel in a first configuration. In response to a force applied to a tab portion of the tamper-evident seal in a direction away from the package, the first adhesive and the second adhesive are configured to peel away from their respective panels, and the second adhesive is configured to transition to be disposed between the first paper substrate and the second paper substrate.

[0016] In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal does not tear during removal from the package. In some embodiments, the first adhesive is a splittable adhesive whereby when the first adhesive peels away from the base panel, the splittable adhesive itself separates, exposing a non-adhesive surface. The splittable adhesive can further include an indicator surface visible only when the splittable adhesive is separated, such that opening of the tamper-evident seal is evident.

[0017] Some embodiments relate to a tamper-evident seal comprising: a first substrate and a second substrate operably coupled to one another and couplable to separate package components; a removable adhesive configured to adhere the tamper-evident seal to a first package component in a first configuration, and further configured to automatically remove from the first package component and reattach to one of the first substrate and the second substrate when the tamper-evident seal is removed from the package.

[0018] In some embodiments, one or more of the first substrate and the second substrate are made of paper. In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal does not tear during removal from the package. The tamper-evident seal can include a splittable adhesive configured to adhere a portion of the tamper-evident seal to a second package component in a first configuration, and further configured to split, thereby exposing a non-adhesive surface. The splittable adhesive further includes an indicator surface that is only visible when the splittable adhesive is split, such that opening of the tamper-evident seal is evident.

[0019] Some embodiments relate to a package including a tray configured to house a product in a closed configuration; a sleeve configured to receive the tray; and a tamper-evident seal including a paper substrate secured to the tray and folded to an outer surface of the sleeve in a first configuration; and a splittable adhesive configured to adhere a portion of the paper substrate to the outer surface of the sleeve in the closed configuration, and further configured to split in response to a force away from the outer surface of the sleeve, thereby exposing a non-adhesive surface. In response to the force applied to the tamper-evident seal away from the sleeve, the paper substrate is decoupled from the outer surface of the sleeve via splitting of the splittable adhesive while remaining secured to the tray, such that the tamper-evident seal removes the tray from the sleeve as a pull tab to access the product housed within the package.

[0020] In some embodiments, the splittable adhesive further includes an indicator surface including a portion of the splittable adhesive that remains on the tray once split, such that opening of the tamper-evident seal is evident. The tamper-evident seal does not tear during removal from the package.

[0021] Some embodiments relate to a package including a closure element including a tamper-evident seal. The tamper-evident seal includes a first panel, a second panel, and a coupling element coupling the first panel and the second panel into a closed configuration. An indication of tampering is provided when the first panel and the second panel are not coupled. In some embodiments, the indication of tampering includes a perforation tear with a portion of the material remaining on the first panel or the second panel. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0022] The present disclosure will be readily understood by those skilled in the art from the following detailed description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals designate like structural elements, and in which:

[0023] Figure 1 A bottom perspective view of a package having a base box, a lid, and a tamper-evident seal is shown in an embodiment.

[0024] Figure 2A schematic view of the tamper-evident seal in the first configuration in an embodiment is shown.

[0025] Figure 3 A schematic view of the tamper-evident seal in the second configuration is shown. Figure 2 A schematic view of the tamper-evident seal is shown.

[0026] Figure 4 A schematic view of the tamper-evident seal in the third configuration is shown. Figure 2 A schematic view of the tamper-evident seal is shown.

[0027] Figure 5 An exploded view of the tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown.

[0028] Figure 6 An exploded view of the tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown. Figure 5 An assembled view of the tamper-evident seal shown in FIG.

[0029] Figure 7 An exploded view of the tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown.

[0030] Figure 8 An assembled view of the tamper-evident seal shown in FIG. Figure 7 An assembled view of the tamper-evident seal shown in FIG.

[0031] Figure 9 A perspective view of a package with a base box, a lid, and a tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown.

[0032] Figure 10 A side view of the tamper-evident seal shown in FIG. Figure 9 A side view of the tamper-evident seal shown in FIG.

[0033] Figure 11 A top view of the tamper-evident seal shown in FIG. Figure 9 A top view of the tamper-evident seal shown in FIG.

[0034] Figure 12 A perspective view of a package with a base box, a lid, and a tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown.

[0035] Figure 13 A side view of the tamper-evident seal shown in FIG. Figure 12 A side view of the tamper-evident seal shown in FIG.

[0036] Figure 14 A bottom view of a package with a tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown.

[0037] Figure 15 An exploded perspective view of the package and tamper-evident seal shown in FIG. Figure 14 An exploded perspective view of the package and tamper-evident seal shown in FIG.

[0038] Figure 16 An exploded perspective view of the package and tamper-evident seal shown in FIG. Figure 14schematic side view of a portion of the tamper-evident seal shown in the middle.

[0039] Figure 17 An exploded perspective view of the tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown.

[0040] Figure 18 An assembled perspective view of the tamper-evident seal in a first assembled configuration is shown. Figure 17 The tamper-evident seal shown.

[0041] Figure 19 An assembled perspective view of the tamper-evident seal in a second assembled configuration is shown. Figure 17 The tamper-evident seal shown.

[0042] Figure 20 An assembled perspective view of the tamper-evident seal in a third assembled configuration is shown. Figure 17 The tamper-evident seal shown.

[0043] Figure 21 A perspective view of a package with a tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown.

[0044] Figure 22 An assembled perspective view of the package with a tamper-evident seal in a first configuration is shown. Figure 21 A schematic side view of the package with a tamper-evident seal shown.

[0045] Figure 23 An assembled perspective view of the package with a tamper-evident seal in a second configuration is shown. Figure 21 A schematic side view of the package with a tamper-evident seal shown.

[0046] Figure 24 An assembled perspective view of the package with a tamper-evident seal in a third configuration is shown. Figure 21 A schematic side view of the package with a tamper-evident seal shown.

[0047] Figure 25 A schematic side view of a package with a tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown.

[0048] Figure 26 An assembled perspective view of the package with a tamper-evident seal shown. Figure 26 A front view of the package with a tamper-evident seal shown.

[0049] Figure 27 A perspective view of a package with a tamper-evident seal in an embodiment is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0050] Reference will now be made specifically to the representative embodiments illustrated in the drawings. It should be understood that the following description is not intended to limit the embodiments to one preferred embodiment. On the contrary, it is intended to cover alternatives, modifications, and equivalents that can be included within the spirit and scope of the embodiments defined by the appended claims.

[0051] The packages described herein provide a packaging solution that utilizes environmentally friendly materials and allows for a tamper-evident seal to provide an additional assurance to the customer or retailer that the package has not been opened or tampered with (e.g., there has been an “unauthorized” opening of the package prior to the intended opening). The present disclosure discloses a base box and lid that together are in a first configuration, including a removable tamper-evident seal that does not require a plastic film around the entire package, thereby facilitating recycling. The present disclosure describes components that enable a structurally sound package while allowing the end user to easily recycle the package while providing assurance against tampering.

[0052] Some embodiments include a package that includes a base box having paperboard (e.g., paperboard or corrugated paperboard (other environmentally friendly recyclable materials are also contemplated). In some embodiments, each panel of the base box or lid or both can be formed from a continuous sheet (e.g., a paperboard blank). The tamper-evident seal described herein can also be formed from a paper material or other environmentally friendly or recyclable material. The respective components can be formed from the same material or different materials (e.g., different cellulose-based materials) that are recyclable in the same fiber recycling stream. Advantageously, this improves upon prior systems that have, for example, an overall package enclosing a plastic film tamper-evident seal.

[0053] Companies can be sensitive to packaging costs and can wish to promote environmentally friendly packaging. Certain packaging materials are higher in cost due to their processing, and while an engineer can be able to design a single-component package, the cost of certain materials can be prohibitive. Optimizing the package in terms of material usage can help keep costs low and, if done well, can not impede and can promote a positive user experience. A package made from recyclable and / or biodegradable materials, such as paper or other cellulose-based products, can reduce environmental impact, especially when the customer can intuitively recycle correctly. A package that is interesting to read and perform well can boost the reputation of a product or brand, thereby attracting new customers and retaining old ones. The packages described in this document achieve these and other beneficial features by balancing structural robustness, environmentally friendly materials, and aesthetically pleasing components. The product contained in the package can be, for example, an electronic device such as, for example, a desktop computer, monitor, laptop, tablet, or smartphone, or it can be a non-electronic device.

[0054] In some embodiments, the packaging may be retail packaging that people would expect to find on a retail store shelf and that can be opened after purchase for direct use of their product (i.e., finished product packaging, such as that used in a retail environment, for containing the product and delivering it to the user, rather than shipping packaging for containing the packaged product during shipment). In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seals disclosed herein are relatively concealed and contribute to clean and well-executed finished product packaging. For example, the tamper-evident seal may not be visible from the top or side of the closed packaging and is only visible from the bottom of the packaging.

[0055] These and other embodiments are discussed below with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, those skilled in the art will readily understand that the detailed descriptions given herein with respect to these drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting.

[0056] Figure 1 A bottom perspective view of the package with a base box 10, a cover 30, and a tamper-evident seal 20 in the embodiment is shown. Figure 1 As shown, the base box 10 includes a first side panel 102 and a base panel 100. The base panel 100 shows the bottom surface of the base box 10. In some embodiments, the cover 30 may be lowered onto the base box 10 such that a second side panel 302 of the cover 30 may be parallel to the first side panel 102. A tamper-evident seal 20 is formed of a paper substrate 210 and is disposed between the first and second side panels 102 / 302 when the base box 10 and the cover 30 are in a closed configuration. Although paper is used to describe the substrate in the various embodiments described herein, and while paper can provide benefits such as improved recyclability, other non-paper materials may also be used for the substrate in some embodiments.

[0057] While the gap is exaggerated in the figures for ease of explanation, in use, the interface between the base box 10 and the lid 30 can be closed and flush (i.e., the first side panel 102 can be flush with the second side panel 302 with the tamper-evident seal 20 fitted between them). In some embodiments, a recess or recessed feature can be included on the lid or base box to effectively hide the tamper-evident seal from the exterior of the portion of the package. The depth and shape of the recess matches the thickness and shape of the portion of the tamper-evident seal 20 within the base box 10 and lid 30 so as not to interfere with the fit of the lid on the base. The tamper-evident seal 20 includes a first adhesive portion attached to the first side panel 102, a second adhesive portion attached to the second side panel 302, and a tab 208 that extends to the exterior of the package and is accessible by a user. In some embodiments, a recess 101 or recessed feature can be included on the base panel 100 to receive the tab 208 so that it does not protrude from the base box 10. When the tab 208 is pulled with sufficient force, the paper substrate 210 tears such that the first and second adhesive portions remain fixed to the first and second side panels 102 / 302, respectively, while the remainder of the paper substrate 210 is free to tear. This process is shown schematically in the series of figures shown in FIGS. 1-6. Figures 2 to 4

[0058] To install the tamper-evident seal 20, the adhesive portion of the tamper-evident seal 20 attached to the base box 10 can be exposed and fixed to the first side panel 102, and the lid 30 lowered onto the base box 10. The adhesive portion of the tamper-evident seal 20 attached to the base box 10 can not be exposed prior to the lid 30 being lowered onto the base box 10 (e.g., there can be a tape backing so that it does not inadvertently stick to an unwanted surface). After the lid 30 and base box 10 are closed, the backing can be removed (e.g., by protruding an extended tab of the backing from the closed package), and the second side panel 302 can be pressed inwardly toward the first side panel 102, thereby fixing the tamper-evident seal 20 between the respective side panels.

[0059] Figure 2 A schematic view of the tamper-evident seal in the first configuration is shown in FIG. 1. As shown in FIG. 1, the tamper-evident seal 20 includes a paper substrate 210. A tab 208 is configured to extend to the exterior of the package when the tamper-evident seal 20 is applied. Figure 2 Figure 2 ​​As shown, when the insert 208 is pulled with sufficient force, the paper substrate 210 tears at tear paths 205 and 206, such that the first adhesive portion 203 and the second adhesive portion 204 remain fixed to the first side panel and the second side panel 102 / 302, respectively, while the remaining portion of the paper substrate 210 tears freely. This allows the packaging to be opened because the cover 30 will no longer be attached to the base box 10 via the tamper-evident seal 20. Figure 3 The second configuration is shown. Figure 2 The schematic diagram of the tamper-evident seal shows the remaining paper substrate 210 removable between the base box 10 and the cover 30. Although the tamper-evident seal 20 is shown in an exaggerated serrated arrangement for ease of explanation, in use, the panels of the paper substrate 210 will be folded flat against each other to fit within the narrow gap between the side panels 102 / 302.

[0060] like Figure 2 As shown, for example, the paper substrate 210 is configured to tear to create tear paths 205 and 206 extending in the tensile direction. The tear paths may be formed at the folds 213 / 214. Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the paper substrate 210 may include a first portion 200 extending in a first direction, and a second portion 201 and a third portion 202 extending in opposite directions. In this way, the first, second, and third portions together form a T-shape. In some embodiments, the first portion 200 is folded onto itself at a first fold 212. The second and third portions are each folded around the overlapping portion of the first portion 200 formed by the first fold 212 at the second fold and the third fold (213 and 214, respectively). This forms a Z-shaped configuration, in which the elongated first portion 200 is effectively sandwiched between the second and third portions of the paper substrate 210.

[0061] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in response to a force applied in a direction away from the packaging, the paper substrate 210 is configured to tear, such that the first portion 200 tears freely along the first line 205 and the second line 206 of the folds 213 / 214 parallel to the second and third portions. Figure 4 The third configuration is shown. Figure 2 The schematic diagram shown illustrates the tamper-evident seal 20, where the first portion 200 does not include packaging. In some embodiments, the base box 10 (or cover 30) further includes a recess 101 to receive a portion of the tamper-evident seal 20 (e.g., insert 208) on the exterior of the base box. Figure 1The first portion of the paper substrate 210 can further include a releasable adhesive to engage the recess (or other package surface) when the package is in the closed configuration. In some embodiments, such a releasable adhesive is provided on the tab 208, on the outside of the folded portion, such that it can adhere to the outside package surface. In this way, the tab 208 can be out of the way and more or less flush with the package before the end user is ready to tear off the tamper-evident seal 20 from the package and remove the lid 30 from the base box 10.

[0062] Turning to Figure 5 , an exploded view of a tamper-evident seal 40 in an embodiment is shown. The elements and features of the tamper-evident seal 40 can be used with the tamper-evident seal 20, and vice versa, as well as with any other tamper-evident seal disclosed herein. As shown, the tamper-evident seal 40 includes a paper substrate 411 that includes first, second, and third portions 400, 401, and 402, respectively. In this way, the first, second, and third portions together form a T-shape in an unfolded state. A tab 408 extends as part of the first portion 400. In Figure 5 , dashed lines show the boundaries of the respective portions, and indicate the location of the fold, as Figure 5 is shown.

[0063] The tamper-evident seal 40 can include first and second adhesive portions 403 and 404. In some embodiments, one (or both) of the first and second adhesive portions includes or is formed from a fibrous tape. The first adhesive portion 403 is attached to a surface of the second portion 401 of the paper substrate 411, and the second adhesive portion 404 is attached to a surface of the third portion 402 on the opposite side of the paper substrate. In this way, when the second and third portions of the paper substrate are folded in a zigzag pattern, the respective adhesive portions face outward, such that they can be coupled to the first side panel of the second side panel facing lid / base box configuration. In some embodiments, one (or both) of the first or second adhesive portions includes a fibrous tape. In some embodiments, the paper substrate does not include perforations. Figure 6

[0064] As shown in Figure 5 and Figure 6 , the tamper-evident seal 40 further includes a reinforcing element 410 secured to the first portion 400 of the paper substrate. The reinforcing element 410 increases the stiffness of the first portion 400 relative to one (or both) of the second or third portions. In this way, once in the assembled configuration and applied to the base box 10 and lid 30, the reinforcing element 410 provides additional strength in the first portion 400, such that when the tamper-evident seal 40 is applied in use, it improves tearability.​Figure 5 In the middle, all parts of the paper substrate have equal width, including the widths of the second and third parts. Go to... Figure 6 This illustrates the tamper-proof seal 40 used for contextual assembly and folding. It can be used with... Figure 1 and Figures 2 to 4 The same method shown applies an tamper-proof seal 40 between the cover 30 and the base box 10 to seal the packaging in a tamper-proof manner.

[0065] The third adhesive portion 407 can be secured to the insert 408 so that it can be releasably attached to the box or lid so that it is not in the way until the end user wishes to remove the tamper-evident seal 40.

[0066] Go to Figure 7 An exploded view of the tamper-proof seal 50 is shown. Figure 8 It shows Figure 7 The image shows an assembled view of the tamper-evident seal. Elements and features of tamper-evident seal 50 can be used with tamper-evident seal 20 and / or tamper-evident seal 40, and vice versa. In fact, elements and features of each tamper-evident seal disclosed herein can be used with each other tamper-evident seal disclosed herein, and vice versa. As shown, tamper-evident seal 50 includes a paper substrate 511 comprising a first portion 500, a second portion 501, and a third portion 502, respectively. In this way, the first, second, and third portions together form a T-shape with a wide base in an undisturbed state. A tab 508 extends as part of the first portion 500.

[0067] The tamper-evident seal 50 may include a first adhesive portion 503 and a second adhesive portion 504. In some embodiments, one (or both) of the first and second adhesive portions comprises or is formed of fiber tape. The first adhesive portion 503 is attached to the surface of a second portion 501 of the paper substrate, and the second adhesive portion 504 is attached to the surface of a third portion 502 on the opposite side of the paper substrate. In this way, viewing... Figure 8 When the second and third portions of the paper substrate are folded in a zigzag pattern, the corresponding adhesive portions face outwards, allowing them to be attached to the first side panel facing the second side panel of the base box / lid configuration. In some embodiments, one (or both) of the first or second adhesive portions comprises fiber tape, among other components. In some embodiments, the paper substrate does not include perforations.

[0068] like Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the tamper-evident seal 50 further includes a reinforcing element 510 fixed to a first portion 500 of the paper substrate. The reinforcing element 510 increases the stiffness of the first portion 500 relative to one (or both) of the second or third portion. In this way, once in the assembled configuration and applied to the base box 10 and the cover 30, the reinforcing element 510 provides additional strength in the first portion 500, improving its tearability when the tamper-evident seal 50 is applied in use. In this way, the reinforcing element 510 facilitates tearing along the folds of the tamper-evident seal 50 and does not extend across the first portion 500. This helps ensure that the first portion 500 tears completely freely, rather than prematurely tearing the insert 508 before the second and third portions are fully separated. Figure 7 In this embodiment, the width of each portion of the paper substrate can vary. As shown, the paper substrate may include inserts 508 having an increased width D1 relative to a single portion of the first portion 500 of the paper substrate. However, as in other embodiments, the widths of the second and third portions (501 / 502) may be equal. The width along the first portion 500 may, for example, change at the transition region 519.

[0069] In some embodiments, the paper substrate includes stress concentration features, such as notches or notches 517. The stress concentration features 517 may be formed at the intersection of the first and second portions, and at the junction of the first and third portions, respectively. In this way, when the tamper-evident seal 50... Figure 8 When folded as shown in the complete configuration, these features approximate the location where a tear line will form if the insert 508 is pulled with sufficient force to remove the tamper-evident seal 50. This helps to make it easier to initiate tearing of the tamper-evident seal 50, thereby reducing the force required to initiate the tear.

[0070] Go to Figure 8 The image shows a tamper-evident seal 50 for contextual assembly and folding. A third adhesive portion 507 can be secured to a insert 508, allowing it to be releasably attached to a case or lid so that it is not obstructed until the end user wishes to remove the tamper-evident seal 50. It can be used with... Figure 1 and Figures 2 to 4 The same method shown applies an tamper-proof seal 50 between the cover 30 and the base box 10 to seal the packaging in a tamper-proof manner.

[0071] Figure 9 A perspective view of a package having a base box 10, a cover 30, and a tamper-evident seal 60 in an embodiment is shown. Figure 10 It shows Figure 9 The side view of the tamper-proof seal 60 shown is shown, and Figure 11 It shows Figure 9The diagram shows a top view of the tamper-evident seal 60. The elements and features of the tamper-evident seal 60 can be used with tamper-evident seals 20, 40 and / or 50, and vice versa.

[0072] like Figure 9 As shown, the tamper-evident seal 60 includes a paper substrate 600, a first adhesive 605 attaching the paper substrate 600 to the base panel 100, a second adhesive 603 attaching the paper substrate 600 to the second side panel 302 of the cover 30, and, in some embodiments, a third adhesive 604 attaching the paper substrate 600 to the first side panel 102 of the base box 10. In response to a force applied in a direction away from the packaging, one or more of the adhesives are configured to peel off from their respective panels—preventing the paper substrate from tearing. Compared to some embodiments shown, the tamper-evident seal 60 may not include a fold on itself along the first portion between extensions 601 and 602, as these extend in a T-shape and do not fold onto the extensions. However, the tamper-evident seal 60 may fold onto itself along the first portion, such that the additional length of the tamper-evident seal 60 is retained within the side panels of the cover 30 and the base box 10. Similarly, compared to some embodiments shown, the tamper-proof seal 60 may not include a serrated fold extending around the central portion of the paper substrate 600.

[0073] As an alternative, in some embodiments, the paper substrate 600 may be torn, for example, along a line formed at the intersection of extensions 601 and 602. In this way, the tamper-evident seal may have a mechanism similar to other tamper-evident seals disclosed herein, wherein the adhesive portion holds the paper substrate to the respective packaging surface, making tearing necessary to decouple the base box 10 and the cover 30.

[0074] Figure 12 A perspective view of a package having a base box 30, a cover 10, and a tamper-evident seal 70 in an embodiment is shown. Figure 13 It shows Figure 12 The cross-section of the side view of the tamper-evident seal 70 is shown. The elements and features of the tamper-evident seal 70 can be used with tamper-evident seals 20, 40, 50 and / or 60, and vice versa.

[0075] The tamper-evident seal 70 may include a paper substrate 700 extending in a single direction (e.g., without portions extending in different directions to form a "T" shape). The paper substrate 700 may be configured such that it will not tear during removal from the packaging. Figure 12As shown, a first adhesive 705 bonds the paper substrate 700 to the base panel 100. A second adhesive 703 bonds the paper substrate 700 to the second side panel of the cover 30. In some embodiments, a third adhesive 702 bonds the paper substrate 700 to the second side panel 302 at a different location than the second adhesive 703. Each of the adhesives may be part of the tamper-evident seal itself (rather than being attached to a separate component or introduced in a separate operation, for example).

[0076] In response to a force applied in a direction away from the packaging (e.g., at insert 708), one or more of the adhesives are configured to peel off from their respective panels, such that the paper substrate 700 does not tear. As an tamper-evident mechanism, the adhesives are configured such that once the tamper-evident seal 70 is removed, for example by exposing a non-adhesive surface, or simply leaving an adhesive surface attached to the packaging during removal of the tamper-evident seal, they may not be usable or reapplied. A third adhesive 702 may have a stronger shear strength (or vice versa) than the second adhesive 703 to remove the tamper-evident seal 70 from the packaging. In some embodiments, the paper substrate 700 is not attached to the first side panel 102 of the base box 10. In some embodiments, the paper substrate 700 extends along the base panel 100, folds inward and along the first side panel 102, and folds itself in half, such that the second adhesive 703 can attach to the second side panel, such as... Figure 13 As shown.

[0077] In some embodiments, the third adhesive 702 may be a permanent adhesive, such that when the tab 108 is pulled and the paper substrate 700 rolls through the opening between the base box 10 and the cover 30, the paper substrate 700 begins to tear between the third adhesive 702 and the second adhesive 703. The second adhesive 703 is not a permanent adhesive and may be removable, allowing it to be peeled off from the initially attached surface. In this way, a portion of the paper substrate 700 remains on the inner wall of the cover 30, thus indicating that the packaging has been opened, even after the tamper-evident seal 70 has been removed from the packaging. In some embodiments, the area, shape, or other dimensional characteristics of the portion between the paper substrate 700 or the adhesives may be customized to provide an easy-to-tear solution while maintaining sufficient sealing and providing tamper resistance once the seal is removed. In this way, adhesives intended for peeling (e.g., removable adhesives) peel off when the force applied to the tamper-evident seal portion (e.g., the tab) is less than the force that would tear the substrate (e.g., the tear strength of the substrate). Conversely, for adhesives not intended for peeling (e.g., permanent adhesives), the force required to remove them is greater than the force required to tear the substrate.

[0078] Go to Figure 14The figure shows a bottom view of the packaging, including a lid 30 and a base box 10. As shown, the packaging is in a closed configuration and includes a tamper-evident seal 80. In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal 80 may include a label surface 800, such as a label surface that provides information about the product contained in the packaging. The label surface 800 may be attached to the base box 10. The tamper-evident seal 80 may include one or more tabs 802, which a user can use to pull along tear paths 810 and 812, respectively. The portion of the tamper-evident seal furthest from the tear may not adhere at all (e.g., no adhesive is present there), making it easier to tear from the packaging. In some embodiments, a relatively low-tack adhesive may be provided at the tear end of this portion, for example, near the tab 802 or below an indicator (…). Figure 14 (See arrows inside the circle). In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal 80 may include a notch 804 near the insert 802 that assists a user in initiating the tearing of the tamper-evident seal 80. In some embodiments, tear paths 810 and 812 may include perforations, scratch lines, thin layers, or other features designed to allow easy and / or guided tearing of the tamper-evident seal 80.

[0079] Go to Figure 15 , showed Figure 14 The exploded perspective view of the packaging shown is illustrated. Similar to other embodiments, the panel 808 of the tamper-evident seal 80 may be positioned between the outer surface of the base box 10 and the inner surface of the lid 30. The panel 808 may be secured to the inner surface of the lid 30 (e.g., via an adhesive portion) while not coupled to the base box 10. In this way, the tamper-evident seal 80 connects the base box 10 and the lid 30 while the product is encapsulated within it, but after a user separates the insert 802 by pulling along tear paths 810 and 812, the tamper-evident seal is no longer connected to the base box 10 and the lid 30, and the packaging can be opened. Due to the destructive nature of tearing the tamper-evident seal 80, the insert 802 may not reattach to the panel 808 or the label surface 800, thus indicating that the packaging seal has been breached. In some embodiments, the label surface 800 may be positioned on another sidewall of the base box 10 or the lid 30.

[0080] Compared to some embodiments described herein, the tamper-evident seal 80 is configured such that the seal is visible only on one side of the packaging, namely the label portion 800. For example, the label portion 800 may be visible, but the panel 808 may not be visible because it will be located between the sidewalls of the base box 10 and the cover 30 (see [link to documentation]). Figure 14This allows the visible portion (label portion 800) to serve the dual purpose of a label retained on the packaging, even when the tamper-evident seal 80 is breached, allowing the packaging to be opened. Simply put, structurally, the tamper-evident seal 80 has adhesive on opposite sides of the blank in non-overlapping areas and includes adhesive-free strips separating them (i.e., tear portions facilitated by inserts 802 along tear paths 810 and 812). For example, see reference... Figure 15 In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal 80 includes adhesive on the upper side of the label portion 800 but not on the lower side of the label portion 800, and it has adhesive on the outer side of the panel 808 but not on the inner side of the panel 808. In some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal 80 has no adhesive on either side between the tear paths 810 and 812.

[0081] The structure and function are in Figure 16 Further illustrated below. As shown in the figure, in some embodiments, the tamper-evident seal 80 may comprise one or more layers of material. For example, the label 818 (e.g., a paper label) may comprise several segments, thereby forming the segments of the insert 802. Figure 16 The central section is shown. As shown, the separation at gaps 817 and 819 ensures that only the stack 816 must be torn open by the user to break the seal of the tamper-evident seal 80, thus facilitating the opening of the tamper-evident seal 80 while maintaining its tamper-evident characteristics. As shown, additional layers of the tamper-evident seal 80 may include an adhesive layer 814 (configured to attach to the cap 30), a label adhesive layer 820, and one or more reinforcing portions 822. In some embodiments, gaps 817 and 819 may correspond to tear paths 810 and 812. In this way, perforation is not used, which provides a cleaner tear when the user wishes to break the seal of the tamper-evident seal 80. Furthermore, having a reinforcement between gaps 817 and 819 as part of the tamper-evident seal 80 improves the tearability of the stack 816.

[0082] Go to Figures 17 to 20 An exploded view of the tamper-evident seal 90 is shown. The tamper-evident seal 90 may include a first paper substrate 904, a second paper substrate 906 fixed to the first paper substrate 904, a removable adhesive 908, and a splittable adhesive 902.

[0083] In some embodiments, the separable adhesive 902 may be attached to a base box, such as base box 10. The separable adhesive 902 may include opposing surfaces that can be secured to opposing substrates. In some embodiments, the separable adhesive 902 is separable such that the surfaces secured to the opposing substrates remain secured to the respective substrates, while the separable adhesive itself separates between its opposing surfaces, thereby exposing a non-adhesive inner surface. That is, once the separable adhesive has actually separated, the newly exposed inner surface, previously within the separable adhesive between its outer surfaces, will not re-adhere. In some embodiments of the separable adhesive, once separated, the previously exposed inner surface will not adhere to other components. In embodiments utilizing the separable adhesive, the separable adhesive can provide a function similar to tearing in other embodiments, i.e., the splitting of the adhesive layer disengages the tamper-evident seal, allowing the packaging to be opened.

[0084] like Figure 18 As shown, the area of ​​the paper substrate 904 excluding the separable adhesive 902 can be formed into a tab, allowing the user to pull a portion of the separable adhesive 902 away from the base box, such as... Figure 18 As indicated by the arrow in the image. Figure 18 , Figure 19 and Figure 20 The portion of the vertically extending paper substrate 904 can be described with reference to the sides “A” and “B” shown in the figure.

[0085] When secured in packaging, the tamper-evident seal 90 extends between the base box and the lid, similar to other embodiments described herein. Because the split adhesive 902 is initially secured to the bottom of the base box, the side B of the paper substrate 904 is secured to the interior of the side wall of the lid. Figure 19 As indicated by the arrow, when the user pulls down the portion near the end of the paper substrate 904 close to the separable adhesive 902, the removable adhesive 908 can begin to detach from the cover and reattach to side B of the paper substrate 904 by peeling it off. Go to Figure 20 The removable adhesive 908 is now positioned between the first paper substrate 904 and the second paper substrate 906. In this way, the paper substrate or tamper-evident seal 90 does not need to be torn. Furthermore, because the split adhesive 902 is no longer able to adhere to other components, and the removable adhesive 908 is reattached between the first and second paper substrates, the tamper-evident seal 90 cannot be reattached to the packaging. In some embodiments, a layer of the split adhesive 902 may remain on the base box 10, allowing it to include indicators, such as color or markings, to indicate that the packaging has been opened.

[0086] As previously described, the base box may include a first side panel and a base panel. The cover 30 may include a second side panel parallel to the first side panel and perpendicular to the base panel when the package is closed. An adhesive may bond a first paper substrate to the base panel, while a second adhesive may bond a second paper substrate to the second side panel in a first configuration (e.g., a closed configuration). In response to a force applied in a direction away from the package, the first and second adhesives are configured to peel off from their respective panels, and wherein the second adhesive is configured to become disposed between the first and second paper substrates.

[0087] refer to Figure 21 and Figures 22 to 24 The image shows packaging 1000. In some embodiments, packaging 1000 includes a sleeve 1002 and a tray 1004 that can be received within the sleeve 1002. Figure 21 As shown, package 1000 is shown in a configuration after the tamper-evident seal 1006 has been breached but before the tray 1004 has been removed from sleeve 1002. Tray 1004 can then retain the product. The tamper-evident seal 1006 may also be included, as shown. A portion of the tamper-evident seal 1006 may be secured to a portion of tray 1004. The panel 1008 of the tamper-evident seal 1006 may include a split adhesive 1010, such that it can be secured to the area shown as element 1012 (dashed line) before the package is opened. Like split adhesive 902, split adhesive 1010 may include opposing outer surfaces that are secured to opposing substrates. In some embodiments, split adhesive 1010 is split, such that the surface secured to the opposing substrate remains secured to the respective substrate, while the split adhesive itself separates between its opposing outer surfaces, thereby exposing a non-adhesive inner surface. That is, once the split adhesive has actually split, the newly exposed inner surface, previously within the split adhesive between its outer surfaces, will not re-adhere. In some embodiments of the splittable adhesive, once split, the previously inner surface will not adhere to other parts.

[0088] Figures 22 to 24 A cross-sectional view through the closed portion of package 1000 is shown. Figure 22 The closed portion is shown, for example, the tamper-proof seal 1006 is closed. Figure 23 The tamper-evident seal 1006 has been damaged, and Figure 24 The image shows tray 1004 being removed, for example, via insert 1007. (See image.) Figures 22 to 24As shown, the separable adhesive 1010 may include two parts, such as 1010A and 1010B. A panel 1003 of the tamper-evident seal 1006 can be secured to a tray 1004, allowing the tamper-evident seal 1006 to function as a pull tab, thereby pulling the panel 1005, for example, by splitting the insert 1007, causing the separable adhesive 1010 to split. As used herein, "split" may include delamination. Because the tamper-evident seal 1006 is secured to the tray 1004 and removably secured to the sleeve 1002 via the separable adhesive 1010, the tamper-evident seal 1006 provides an indication that the packaging has been opened if the separable adhesive 1010 is opened (e.g., if part 1010B is not engaged with part 1010A). In some embodiments, the separable adhesive used as described herein may include a separate tamper indication. For example, specific colors, text, or other indications may be included, such that a visual indication indicating that the tamper-evident seal has been opened is present, for example, on one or more surfaces 1010A or 1010B.

[0089] Go to Figure 25 and Figure 26 The image shows a portion of packaging 1100, which illustrates a closure element using a tamper-proof seal 1104 to connect a first panel 1101 (e.g., a first portion, such as a flap) and a second panel 1102 (e.g., a second portion, such as a cover panel). Figure 25 A cross-sectional view of the closed portion of the package 1100 in a closed configuration is shown. Figure 26 A front view of the closed portion of package 1100 in an open configuration is shown. In some embodiments, the first panel 1101 and the second panel 1102 may each be formed from a single monolithic blank. As shown, the first panel 1101 defines a partial volume with multiple sidewalls, and in the closed configuration, the second panel 1102 is attached to the first panel 1101 using a tamper-evident seal 1104. A retaining panel 1103 of the tamper-evident seal 1104 may be secured to the first panel 1101 and positioned in the closed configuration between the first panel 1101 and the second panel 1102, while a panel 1105 of the tamper-evident seal 1104 may be attached to a separable adhesive 1106. In some embodiments, the panel 1105 may be detached from the separable adhesive 1106, for example by pulling the insert 1107 in a manner similar to that discussed in other separable adhesives described herein.

[0090] like Figure 26As shown, the splittable adhesive 1106 can split into one or more surfaces 1106A and 1106B, such that the corresponding surfaces are detachably coupled to release the second panel 1102 from the first panel 1101. Because the tamper-evident seal 1004 is secured to the first panel 1101 and removably secured to the second panel 1102, the tamper-evident seal 1104 provides an indication that the packaging has been opened if the splittable adhesive 1106 is opened. In some embodiments, the splittable adhesive used as described herein may include a separate tamper indication. For example, a specific color, text, or other indication may be included such that (e.g., at one or more surfaces 1106A or 1106B) there is a visual indication that the tamper-evident seal has been opened.

[0091] In some embodiments, the splittable adhesive 1106 may be replaced by a perforation indicator system that can tear along the general contour of the splittable adhesive, as shown, such that surfaces 1106A or 1106B are torn or individual materials are left on portions 1102 or 1105, thereby indicating tampering.

[0092] Finally, turn to Figure 27 The image shows a portion of packaging 1200. Packaging 1200 may have a foldable design and includes several folding components, including a panel 1204 that folds over panel 1202 to form a closed packaging configuration. A tab 1208 may extend from surface 1206 (which may be part of panel 1204) such that, in the closed configuration, it is flush with surface 1210 and remains attached to the periphery of that portion. Perforations may be included such that when tab 1208 is pulled up, a partial tear breaks the seal, thus proving that the seal has been opened and allowing panel 1204 to fold upwards and away from panel 1202. In some embodiments, contour 1214 or surface 1212 may provide an indication that the seal has been broken (e.g., color, text, etc.).

[0093] Each of these components can be made of recyclable materials, including tamper-evident seals and related parts. Therefore, if and when the customer chooses to dispose of the packaging, it can be easily recycled without material separation (e.g., in a single-flow recycling process). Advantageously, this improves upon previous systems with, for example, fully film-sealed tamper-evident systems.

[0094] The components of the packaging described herein, such as the base box 10, each of the tamper-evident seals, and the lid 30, may be formed from one or more blanks, such as cardboard or paper blanks. In some embodiments, the blank is formed from a single continuous substrate, such as, for example, a cellulose-based material, like corrugated cardboard. Other cellulose-based materials are envisioned, such as cardboard, certain molded fiber components with sufficient structure, or grey board. Inserts, pads, and areas without blank adhesive are folded so that the adhesive is not visible in the finished packaging. In some embodiments, the adhesive may be omitted and the individual pads and inserts may be attached in another suitable manner (e.g., by mechanical interlocking or pressure fitting).

[0095] Each of the components and their constituent parts, as well as other variations described herein, may include corresponding features described with reference to each of the other components, and features described without limitation.

[0096] In some implementations, any surface finishing can be performed after the component is cut from the blank, or alternatively before the blank is cut into individual sheets, for assembly into the final product. Furthermore, some operations can be performed simultaneously. All or part of the surface of the package can be coated or laminated, which can improve structural strength properties such as stiffness and protect the product within the package from scratches.

[0097] Furthermore, the packaging can be manufactured in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly manner. In some embodiments, the packaging component may be constructed from a single, integrally formed piece of material. This single, integrally formed piece of material may be a foldable material that folds into a configuration that holds and secures the product individually or within the cavity of the packaging container. In some embodiments, the foldable material may be a single piece of material cut by a single operation (e.g., a single punching operation). In some embodiments, the foldable material may be punched from raw materials (e.g., a sheet of corrugated cardboard or a roll of material) or other fiber- or cellulose-based materials. A single, integrally formed piece of material cut by a single cutting operation facilitates efficient and reproducible manufacturing. Moreover, such manufacturing reduces waste by minimizing scrap during manufacturing.

[0098] For illustrative purposes, the foregoing description uses specific names to provide a thorough understanding of the described embodiments. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that specific details are not required to practice the described embodiments. Therefore, the foregoing description of specific embodiments described herein is presented for illustrative and descriptive purposes. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the embodiments to the precise forms disclosed. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that many modifications and variations are possible in light of the foregoing teachings.

[0099] As is widely recognized, the use of personally identifiable information should comply with privacy policies and practices that are generally accepted to meet or exceed industry or governmental requirements for protecting user privacy. Specifically, personally identifiable information data should be managed and processed to minimize the risk of unintentional or unauthorized access or use, and the nature of authorized use should be clearly explained to users.

Claims

1. A package comprising: a tamper-evident seal, wherein the tamper-evident seal comprises: a paper substrate comprising: a first adhesive portion configured to be attached to a first side panel of a base box; a second adhesive portion configured to be attached to a second side panel of a lid, wherein the first adhesive portion and the second adhesive portion are disposed on opposite sides of the paper substrate; and a tab configured to be accessible on an exterior of the package when the tamper-evident seal is applied, wherein the first adhesive portion and the second adhesive portion are disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel when the package is in a closed configuration, and wherein the paper substrate tears when the tab is pulled with a force great enough that the first adhesive portion and the second adhesive portion remain fixed on the first side panel and the second side panel, respectively, while the remainder of the paper substrate tears freely, such that the package can be opened.

2. The package of claim 1, wherein one of the first adhesive portion or the second adhesive portion comprises a fibrous tape.

3. The package of claim 1, wherein the first adhesive portion and the second adhesive portion extend in opposite directions from the tab, forming a T-shape.

4. The package of claim 1, wherein the paper substrate is configured to tear to create a tear path that extends in the direction of the pulling force.

5. The package of claim 1, wherein the tab is releasably attached to the base box or the lid when the base box and the lid are in a closed configuration.

6. A package comprising: a base box comprising a first side panel; a lid comprising a second side panel parallel to the first side panel; and a tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel when the base box and the lid are in a closed configuration, the tamper-evident seal comprising: a paper substrate comprising: a first portion extending in a first direction; a second portion and a third portion extending in opposite directions, wherein the first portion, the second portion, and the third portion together form a T-shape, wherein the first portion is folded onto itself at a first fold, and wherein the second portion and the third portion are each folded at a second fold and a third fold, respectively, around an overlapping portion of the first portion formed by the fold, a first adhesive portion attached to the first side panel; a second adhesive portion attached to the second side panel, wherein the paper substrate is configured to tear in response to a force applied in a direction away from the package such that the first portion tears freely along first and second lines parallel to the folds of the second portion and the third portion.

7. The package of claim 6, wherein one of the first adhesive portion or the second adhesive portion comprises a fibrous tape.

8. The package of claim 6, wherein the first adhesive portion is attached to a surface of the first side panel facing the second side panel, and wherein the second adhesive portion is attached to a surface of the second side panel facing the first side panel.

9. The package of claim 6, the base box further comprising: a recess on an exterior of the base box that receives a portion of the tamper-evident seal, wherein the first portion of the paper base further comprises a releasable adhesive to engage the recess when the package is in a closed configuration.

10. The package of claim 6, wherein the paper base further comprises a tab extending from the first portion, wherein the tab releasably attaches to the base box or the lid when the base box and the lid are in the closed configuration.

11. The package of claim 6, wherein the paper base comprises a stress concentration feature at an intersection of the first portion and the second portion and the first portion and the third portion, respectively.

12. The package of claim 6, wherein the tamper-evident seal further comprises: a reinforcing element secured to the first portion of the paper base and configured to increase a stiffness of the first portion relative to one of the second portion or the third portion.

13. The package of claim 6, wherein the widths of the portions of the paper base are equal.

14. The package of claim 6, wherein the paper base further comprises a tab extending from the first portion, the tab having an increased width relative to the first portion, and wherein the widths of the second portion and the third portion are equal to each other.

15. The package of claim 6, wherein the first portion of the paper base further comprises a releasable adhesive to engage one of the base box or the lid when the package is in a closed configuration prior to tearing the tamper-evident seal.

16. A package comprising: a base box comprising a first side panel and a base panel; a lid comprising a second side panel parallel to the first side panel and perpendicular to the base panel when the package is closed; and a tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel when the base box and the lid are in a closed configuration, the tamper-evident seal comprising: a paper base; a first adhesive coupling the paper base to the base panel; a second adhesive coupling the paper base to the second side panel, wherein the first adhesive and the second adhesive are configured to peel from their respective panels in response to a force applied in a direction away from the package.

17. The package of claim 16, wherein the paper base does not tear during removal from the package.

18. The package of claim 16, the tamper-evident seal further comprising: a third adhesive coupling the paper substrate to the second side panel, the third adhesive having a stronger shear strength than the second adhesive so as to remove the tamper-evident seal from the package.

19. The package of claim 16, wherein the paper substrate is not attached to the first side panel.

20. The package of claim 16, wherein the paper substrate extends along the base panel, is folded inward, and is folded along the first side panel, and is folded over on itself so that the second adhesive can be coupled to the second side panel.

21. A package comprising: a base box comprising a first side panel; a lid comprising a second side panel parallel to the first side panel; and a tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel when the base box and the lid are in a closed configuration, the tamper-evident seal comprising: a paper substrate comprising: a label surface visible when the package is in a closed configuration; and a tab configured to be tearable in response to a force away from the package so that the tamper-evident seal is broken.

22. The package of claim 21, wherein the label surface is adhered to a bottom panel of the base box perpendicular to the first side panel and the second side panel, wherein a portion of the tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel is adhered to an inside of the second side panel and is not adhered to the first side panel, and wherein tearing the tab breaks the tamper-evident seal by separating the label surface from the portion of the tamper-evident seal disposed between the first side panel and the second side panel.

23. A package comprising: a base box comprising a first side panel and a base panel; a lid comprising a second side panel parallel to the first side panel and perpendicular to the base panel when the package is closed; and a tamper-evident seal comprising: a first paper substrate; a first adhesive coupling the first paper substrate to the base panel; a second paper substrate fixed to a portion of the first paper substrate; and a second adhesive coupling the second paper substrate to the second side panel in a first configuration, wherein in response to a force applied to a tab portion of the tamper-evident seal in a direction away from the package, the first adhesive and the second adhesive are configured to peel away from their respective panels, and wherein the second adhesive is configured to transition to be disposed between the first paper substrate and the second paper substrate.

24. The package of claim 23, wherein the tamper-evident seal does not tear during removal from the package.

25. The package of claim 23, wherein the first adhesive is a splittable adhesive, whereby when the first adhesive is detached from the base panel, the splittable adhesive itself separates, thereby exposing a non-adhesive surface.

26. The package of claim 25, wherein the splittable adhesive further comprises an indicator surface that is only visible when the splittable adhesive is separated, such that the opening of the tamper-evident seal is evident.

27. A package comprising: a tray configured to house a product in a closed configuration; a sleeve configured to receive the tray; and a tamper-evident seal comprising: a paper substrate secured to the tray and folded to an outer surface of the sleeve in a closed configuration; and a splittable adhesive configured to adhere a portion of the paper substrate to the outer surface of the sleeve in the closed configuration, and further configured to split in response to a force away from the outer surface of the sleeve, thereby exposing a non-adhesive surface; wherein in response to a force applied to the tamper-evident seal away from the sleeve, the paper substrate detaches from the outer surface of the sleeve via the splitting of the splittable adhesive while remaining secured to the tray, such that the tamper-evident seal removes the tray from the sleeve as a pull tab for accessing a product housed within the package.

28. The package of claim 27, wherein the splittable adhesive further comprises an indicator surface comprising a portion of the splittable adhesive that remains on the tray once separated, such that the opening of the tamper-evident seal is evident.

29. The package of claim 27, wherein the tamper-evident seal does not tear during removal from the package. ​ ​

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