Container cover and container with cover

By designing a snap-fit ​​structure on the container lid to secure the head and tail of the cutlery, and using a blocking part to prevent the cutlery from detaching, the problem of spoons falling off when the container lid is deformed by external force is solved, achieving stable fixation of the cutlery and adaptability to various cutlery types.

CN223508839UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-04INNER MONGOLIA YILI IND GROUP CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423159429.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-19
Publication Date
2025-11-04
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-19

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional container lids are prone to deformation when subjected to torsional forces, causing spoons to fall off the latching structure, and they are also difficult to be compatible with cutlery of different sizes and shapes.

Method used

Design a container lid that uses a snap-fit ​​structure to secure the head and tail of the cutlery separately. A blocking part is set in the snap-fit ​​structure to allow the cutlery to move to a certain extent, while the blocking part prevents the cutlery from falling off, thereby enhancing the adaptability and stability of the snap-fit ​​structure.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents tableware from sliding or falling off the container lid, ensuring stability during transportation or use, enhancing compatibility with tableware of different shapes or sizes, and preventing tableware from detaching when subjected to external deformation.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a container cover and a container with the cover, and belongs to the technical field of storage containers, the container cover comprises a cover body and two buckle structures, the two buckle structures are arranged in the cover body, the two buckle structures are oppositely arranged, the two buckle structures are respectively used for clamping and limiting the head and the tail of tableware, and the two buckle structures are arranged in the cover body. A gap allowing the tableware to move is formed in the buckle structure; at least one buckle structure is provided with a blocking part extending in the circumferential direction of the cover body, and the blocking part is configured to prevent the tableware from being separated from the buckle structure. According to the container cover provided by the embodiment of the invention, the tableware is fixed on the container cover by utilizing the arranged buckle structure, and the tableware is allowed to move to a certain extent by utilizing the arranged blocking part, so that the situation that the tableware is separated from the container cover due to deformation of the container cover caused by external force is avoided.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] Embodiments of the present application relate to the technical field of storage containers, and in particular, to a container cover and a container with the cover. BACKGROUND

[0002] Storage containers are used in the fields of food packaging, medicine packaging, daily necessities packaging, etc., and spoons are needed to take and place corresponding articles in the storage containers.

[0003] In the related art, a spoon is attached to a storage container for convenient carrying and storage, for example, a buckle structure is arranged on a cover of the storage container to clamp the spoon inside the cover. However, the cover deforms when subjected to a twisted external force, which easily causes the spoon to fall off the buckle structure and separate from the cover. UTILITARIAN CONTENT

[0004] Embodiments of the present application provide a container cover and a container with the cover to solve the technical problem that the cover deforms when subjected to a twisted external force in the related art, which easily causes the spoon to fall off.

[0005] In one aspect, the present application provides a container cover for fixing tableware, comprising:

[0006] a cover body;

[0007] two buckle structures arranged in the cover body, the two buckle structures are oppositely arranged, and the two buckle structures are respectively used for clamping and limiting the head and tail of the tableware, and the buckle structure has a gap allowing the tableware to move;

[0008] At least one of the buckle structures is provided with a blocking portion extending along the circumferential direction of the cover body, and the blocking portion is configured to block the tableware from separating from the buckle structure.

[0009] In some possible implementation manners, both ends of the blocking portion are bent inward along the radial direction of the cover body to form a limiting slot opening towards the tableware, and the limiting slot is used for limiting and constraining the tableware.

[0010] In some possible implementation manners, the blocking portion comprises a main body segment and limiting segments separately arranged on both sides of the main body segment, the main body segment is adapted to the tableware, and the limiting segments are bent relative to the main body segment to jointly form the limiting slot with the main body segment.

[0011] In some possible implementation manners, the opening of the limiting slot gradually increases inward along the radial direction of the cover body.

[0012] In some possible implementation manners, the buckle structure comprises a first limiting portion protruding relative to the cover body, and a second limiting portion connected with the first limiting portion, and the two second limiting portions corresponding to the two buckle structures are oppositely arranged in a bent manner; in some possible implementation manners, the blocking portion is arranged on at least one of the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion.

[0013] In some possible implementation manners, an end of the second limiting portion away from the first limiting portion is provided with an inclined transition surface, and the transition surface is used for guiding the tableware into the buckle structure.

[0014] In some possible implementation manners, the cover body is provided with a first positioning portion, the tableware is provided with a second positioning portion, and the first positioning portion and the second positioning portion are connected in a plug-in fit manner when the tableware is clamped by the buckle structure.

[0015] In some possible implementation manners, the cover body comprises a containing groove and an outwardly expanded portion arranged at the edge of the containing groove, a clamping step is formed between the outwardly expanded portion and the containing groove, and the outwardly expanded portion is used for clamping with the container body.

[0016] In some possible implementation manners, at least two stacking ribs are arranged in the containing groove in a spaced manner, and the stacking ribs are arranged in a protruding manner towards the outwardly expanded portion.

[0017] In another aspect, the application provides a container with a cover, comprising a container body and the container cover as any one of the above, and the container body is clamped and connected with the container cover.

[0018] The container cover provided by the application can fix the head and tail of the tableware by using the buckle structure, can effectively prevent the tableware from sliding or falling on the container cover, and can ensure that the tableware is stable during transportation or use. In addition, since the tableware can be displaced in the buckle structure to a certain extent, the blocking portion can increase the compatibility of the buckle structure for tableware of different shapes or sizes, so that the container cover can adapt to various tableware. On the other hand, the container cover can also avoid being deformed by external force to drive the tableware to separate from the container cover, and effectively ensure the fixing effect of the tableware on the container cover. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0019] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated into and form a part of the specification, illustrate an embodiment consistent with the present application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the application.

[0020] Figure 1 FIG. 1 is a schematic view of the internal structure of the container cover in the embodiment of the application;

[0021] Figure 2 is a perspective view of Figure 1 the container cover in the embodiment of the application;

[0022] Figure 3 Fig. 4 is a partial enlarged view of the buckle structure and the spoon in the embodiment of the present application;

[0023] Figure 4 Fig. 5 is an assembly view of the spoon and the container cover in the embodiment of the present application;

[0024] Figure 5 Fig. 6 is an external front view of the container cover in the embodiment of the present application.

[0025] Legend of Reference Signs

[0026] 100, cover body; 101, accommodating groove; 102, outwardly expanding portion; 103, stacking rib;

[0027] 200, buckle structure; 201, first limiting portion; 202, second limiting portion; 203, transition surface; 204, blocking portion; 2041, main body segment; 2042, limiting segment; 205, first positioning portion; 206, second positioning portion;

[0028] 300, spoon.

[0029] The specific embodiments of the present application have been shown in the above-described drawings, and will be described in more detail hereinafter. These drawings and written descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept of the present application in any way, but to illustrate the concept of the present application to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present application more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be described in more detail below by referring to the drawings in the preferred embodiments of the present application. In the drawings, the same or similar reference signs represent the same or similar components or components having the same or similar functions throughout. The described embodiments are some of the embodiments of the present application, but not all the embodiments. The embodiments described below by referring to the drawings are exemplary, and are intended to explain the present application, but cannot be understood as limiting the present application. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without making creative efforts fall within the scope of protection of the present application. The embodiments of the present application will be described in detail below by referring to the drawings.

[0031] In the description of the present application, it should be noted that unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "mounting", "connection", "connecting" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, can be fixedly connected, can be indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, can be the internal communication of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the present application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0032] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0033] The terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented, for example, in a sequence other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0034] Furthermore, the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such process, method, product, or apparatus.

[0035] As mentioned in the background section, portable containers are widely used in modern life for storing and carrying food, medicine, or daily necessities. To improve the practicality of containers, designers also integrate convenient carrying tools, such as spoons, into the container lids.

[0036] Traditional container lids typically use simple snap-on structures to secure spoons, but these designs often lack flexibility and adaptability. When the lid is deformed by external force, the snap-on structure may lose its effectiveness, causing the spoon to loosen or fall off. Furthermore, different sizes and shapes of spoons have different requirements for the securing structure, making it difficult for traditional designs to accommodate various carrying options.

[0037] Based on the above description, one or more embodiments of this application provide a container lid and a container with a lid. In the container lid, the head and tail of the tableware are fixed by a snap-fit ​​structure, which can effectively prevent the tableware from sliding or falling off the container lid and ensure that the tableware remains stable during transportation or use. In addition, since the tableware can move to a certain extent, the blocking part can increase the compatibility of the snap-fit ​​structure with tableware of different shapes or sizes, so that the container lid can adapt to a variety of tableware. On the other hand, it can also prevent the tableware from falling off the container lid when the container lid is deformed by external force, effectively ensuring the fixing effect of the tableware on the container lid.

[0038] The container lid of the present application embodiment will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0039] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the container lid is used to fix tableware, including a lid body 100 and two snap-fit ​​structures 200. The two snap-fit ​​structures 200 are disposed in the lid body 100 and are arranged opposite to each other. The two snap-fit ​​structures 200 are respectively used to snap and limit the head and tail of the tableware. The snap-fit ​​structure 200 has a gap that allows the tableware to move. At least one of the snap-fit ​​structures 200 is provided with a blocking part 204 extending circumferentially along the lid body 100. The blocking part 204 is configured to prevent the tableware from detaching from the snap-fit ​​structure 200.

[0040] As can be seen from the above description, in the embodiments of this application, the snap-fit ​​structures 200 are arranged opposite to each other, respectively snapping the head and tail of the tableware, preventing the tableware from moving around significantly on the lid body 100. At least one of the snap-fit ​​structures 200 has a blocking part 204 that provides a certain buffer space. When the lid is twisted and deformed by external force, the tableware still has a certain amount of room to move to adapt to the deformation of the lid, thereby reducing the risk of the tableware falling off the lid body 100. In addition, the blocking part 204 can also flexibly adapt to different sizes of carrying utensils, thereby enhancing the compatibility of the lid body 100 with different carrying utensils.

[0041] It should be noted that the tableware in the embodiments of this application may be a spoon 300, a fork, tweezers, or other instrument components that assist in picking up and placing containers and items. For example, in the following embodiments of this application, a spoon 300 is used to refer to tableware. For different application scenarios, different instrument components may be used for tableware.

[0042] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the two ends of the blocking portion 204 are bent inward along the radial direction of the cover body 100 to form a limiting slot facing the opening of the spoon 300, the limiting slot being used to limit and constrain the spoon 300.

[0043] For example, the blocking part 204 includes a main body segment 2041 and limiting segments 2042 disposed on both sides of the main body segment 2041. The main body segment 2041 is adapted to the tableware arrangement, and the limiting segments 2042 are bent relative to the main body segment to form a limiting groove together with the main body segment 2041. Here, the limiting groove can be... Figure 2 The approximately rectangular slot shown in the diagram can also be an approximately elliptical arc slot; however, this application does not impose an absolute limitation on this.

[0044] The curvature of the head of the spoon 300 is generally greater than that of its tail. Therefore, the shapes of the main body section 2041 and the limiting section 2042 in the two opposing buckle structures 200 are not exactly the same, and the shapes of the limiting slots are also different. As long as they are adapted to the size of the spoon 300 and can prevent the spoon 300 from falling off, they are fine.

[0045] In some embodiments, the opening of the limiting slot gradually increases inward along the radial direction of the cover body 100. For example, the size of the main body segment 2041 is slightly larger than the size of the spoon 300. Since the opening of the limiting slot gradually increases inward along the radial direction of the cover body 100, the spoon 300 can move to a certain extent in the limiting slot. The design of the spoon 300's movement avoids interference with the cover body 100 when it is twisted or deformed, thereby effectively ensuring the fixing effect of the spoon 300 on the cover body 100.

[0046] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the snap-fit ​​structure 200 includes a first limiting part 201 protruding relative to the cover body 100, and a second limiting part 202 connected to the first limiting part 201, wherein the two second limiting parts 202 corresponding to the two snap-fit ​​structures 200 are bent toward each other.

[0047] In the above embodiment, the first limiting part 201 of the snap-fit ​​structure 200 is specifically a protrusion protruding relative to the cover body 100, and the second limiting part 202 is a bent baffle provided on the first limiting part 201. Since the two snap-fit ​​structures 200 are arranged opposite to each other, when the spoon 300 is snapped and limited in the snap-fit ​​structure 200, the first limiting parts 201 of the two snap-fit ​​structures 200 jointly limit the movement of the spoon 300 in its length direction, and the second limiting parts 202 of the two snap-fit ​​structures 200 jointly limit the spoon 300 from the cover body 100. The first limiting part 201 and the second limiting part 202 jointly surround and block the displacement of the spoon 300.

[0048] In this embodiment, the bending angle of the first limiting part 201 and the second limiting part 202 relative to the cover body 100 is not absolutely limited. For example, the first limiting part 201 is vertically protruding relative to the cover body 100, and the second limiting part 202 is vertically bent relative to the first limiting part 201. Thus, the first limiting part 201, the second limiting part 202 and the cover body 100 together form a rectangular frame shape with an opening, and the head or tail of the spoon 300 is inserted into the buckle structure 200 through the opening.

[0049] like Figure 3 As shown, the second limiting part 202 is further provided with an inclined transition surface 203 at one end away from the first limiting part 201. The transition surface 203 is used to guide the tableware into the snap-fit ​​structure 200.

[0050] by Figure 3 Taking the horizontal direction shown as an example, the second limiting part 202 gradually thins away from the first limiting part 201. The end face of the second limiting part 202 away from the first limiting part 201 tends to tilt towards one side of the lid body 100. When the tableware enters the snap-fit ​​structure 200, it first contacts the transition surface 203 of the second limiting part 202 and enters the snap-fit ​​structure 200 through the guidance of the transition surface 203. This design makes it easier for the spoon 300 to enter the snap-fit ​​structure 200 and reduces the snap-fit ​​resistance between the spoon 300 and the lid body 100.

[0051] In some embodiments, the blocking portion 204 is located on at least one of the first limiting portion 201 and the second limiting portion 202. That is, the blocking portion 204 may be integrated on the first limiting portion 201, or integrated on the second limiting portion 202, or the blocking portion 204 may be integrated on both the first limiting portion 201 and the second limiting portion 202.

[0052] For example, the blocking part 204 is integrated into the first limiting part 201. The two ends of the blocking part 204 gradually taper inward along the radial direction of the lid body 100. When the tableware is snapped into place by the snap-fit ​​structure 200, the blocking part 204 prevents the tableware from detaching. The specific shape of the blocking part 204 is "U". The arc and curvature of the blocking part 204 gradually increase from the midpoint to both sides to ensure that when the spoon 300 is limited within the blocking part 204, it can make a certain degree of movement without detaching from the blocking part 204.

[0053] Of course, the blocking part 204 can also be provided on both the first limiting part 201 and the second limiting part 202. The structure of the blocking part 204 on the second limiting part 202 can refer to its structure on the first limiting part 201, and will not be described again. In addition, in some embodiments, the first limiting part 201 and the blocking part 204 have the same structure, or the second limiting part 202 and the blocking part 204 have the same structure. This embodiment is only illustrative.

[0054] In some embodiments, the cover body 100 and the snap-fit ​​structure 200 are integrally formed. The cover body 100 and the snap-fit ​​structure 200 can be integrally injection molded, or the snap-fit ​​structure 200 can be fixed to the cover body 100 by laser welding, thereby ensuring a stable connection between the snap-fit ​​structure 200 and the cover body 100.

[0055] It should be noted that in some embodiments, the spoon 300 is a one-piece molded component. The head of the spoon 300 is a recessed spoon head used for picking up and putting in items, and the tail of the spoon 300 is the end of the spoon handle. Two snap-fit ​​structures 200 respectively limit and fix the head and tail of the spoon 300. As an alternative implementation, the spoon 300 is a foldable component. The middle of the spoon handle is bent by a hinge or a material that can deform and rotate. Here, the head of the spoon 300 is the spoon head, and the tail of the spoon 300 is the middle of the spoon handle. In this embodiment, the specific structure of the spoon 300 inside the container lid is not absolutely limited.

[0056] like Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the cover body 100 includes a receiving groove 101 and an outward expansion portion 102 disposed on the edge of the receiving groove 101. A snap-fit ​​step is formed between the outward expansion portion 102 and the receiving groove 101. The outward expansion portion 102 is used to snap-fit ​​with the container body.

[0057] During the production process, it is often necessary to stack multiple container caps to facilitate the next step of production or transportation. The extended portion 102 can form a connection base with the container body and increase the sealing contact area with the container body. On the other hand, the snap-fit ​​step between the extended portion 102 and the receiving groove 101 can provide additional fixed support points, making the container cap more stable on the container body and less likely to loosen or fall off.

[0058] Furthermore, the aforementioned receiving groove 101 is provided with at least two stacked ribs 103 at intervals, and the stacked ribs 103 are provided to protrude in the direction toward the outward expansion portion 102.

[0059] The stacking rib 103 is integrally formed with the lid body 100. One side of the stacking rib 103 is connected to the side wall of the receiving groove 101, and the other side of the stacking rib 103 is connected to the bottom of the receiving groove 101. Thus, the stacking rib 103 forms a triangular connection structure. The stacking rib 103 can further improve the structural strength of the lid body 100 and reduce the degree of deformation and torsion of the lid body 100 under external force, thereby helping to prevent the spoon 300 from falling off the lid body 100. In addition, when multiple container lids are stacked, the stacking rib 103 provides additional friction and support, making the stacked lids less likely to slide or tilt, thereby improving the stability and safety of the stack. Furthermore, the stacking rib 103 ensures that there is a certain gap between two adjacent container lids to avoid lid locking problems.

[0060] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the lid body 100 is provided with a first positioning part 205, and the tableware is provided with a second positioning part 206. When the tableware is snapped into place by the snap-fit ​​structure 200, the first positioning part 205 and the second positioning part 206 are inserted and connected.

[0061] For example, the first positioning part 205 is a columnar protrusion provided in the receiving groove 101, and the second positioning part 206 is a columnar groove provided on the handle of the spoon 300. After the spoon 300 is snapped into the buckle structure 200, the columnar protrusion and the columnar groove can form an interlocking fit, thereby limiting the movement of the spoon 300 in its length direction. The first positioning part 205 and the second positioning part 206 assist the buckle structure 200 in fixing the spoon 300, further enhancing the fixing effect of the spoon 300 on the container lid.

[0062] Of course, the structural forms of the first positioning part 205 and the second positioning part 206 can be interchanged. That is, the first positioning part 205 is a columnar groove and the second positioning part 206 is a columnar protrusion. In addition, when the handle of the spoon 300 is provided with a columnar groove, the columnar groove can be a through groove or a non-through groove, and there is no absolute limitation on this.

[0063] Another embodiment of this application provides a lidded container, including a container body and a container lid as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0064] Since a covered container includes the container lid of any of the above-mentioned items, it has all the advantages of a container lid.

[0065] The container body can be a cylindrical container or a polygonal container. The shape of the container lid is adapted to the container body. Since the container lid is provided with an expansion portion 102, the expansion portion 102 can be fitted onto the container body and form a snap-fit ​​connection with the container body, thus ensuring a sealing effect between the container body and the container lid.

[0066] Other embodiments of this application will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the utility models disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this application that follow the general principles of this application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this application are indicated by the following claims.

[0067] It should be understood that this application is not limited to the precise structure described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this application is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A container lid, characterized in that, Used to hold tableware in place, including: Cover body (100); Two snap-fit ​​structures (200) are provided on the lid body (100). The two snap-fit ​​structures (200) are arranged opposite to each other. The two snap-fit ​​structures (200) are respectively used to snap and limit the head and tail of the tableware. The snap-fit ​​structure (200) has a gap that allows the tableware to move. At least one of the snap-fit ​​structures (200) is provided with a blocking portion (204) extending circumferentially along the lid body (100), the blocking portion (204) being configured to prevent the cutlery from disengaging from the snap-fit ​​structure (200).

2. The container lid according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two ends of the blocking part (204) are bent inward along the radial direction of the cover body (100) to form a limiting groove facing the opening of the tableware, the limiting groove being used to limit and constrain the tableware.

3. The container lid according to claim 2, characterized in that, The blocking part (204) includes a main body section (2041) and limiting sections (2042) placed on both sides of the main body section (2041). The main body section (2041) is adapted to the tableware setting. The limiting section (2042) is bent relative to the main body section (2041) to form the limiting groove together with the main body section (2041).

4. The container lid according to claim 2, characterized in that, The opening of the limiting slot gradually increases inward along the radial direction of the cover body (100).

5. The container lid according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The buckle structure (200) includes a first limiting part (201) protruding relative to the cover body (100) and a second limiting part (202) connected to the first limiting part (201), and the two second limiting parts (202) corresponding to the two buckle structures (200) are bent towards each other; The blocking part (204) is located on at least one of the first limiting part (201) and the second limiting part (202).

6. The container lid according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second limiting part (202) has an inclined transition surface (203) at one end opposite to the first limiting part (201), and the transition surface (203) is used to guide the tableware into the snap-fit ​​structure (200).

7. The container lid according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The lid body (100) is provided with a first positioning part (205), and the tableware is provided with a second positioning part (206). When the tableware is snapped into place by the buckle structure (200), the first positioning part (205) and the second positioning part (206) are inserted and connected.

8. The container lid according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The cover body (100) includes a receiving groove (101) and an outwardly expanding portion (102) provided on the edge of the receiving groove (101). The outwardly expanding portion (102) and the receiving groove (101) form a snap-fit ​​step, and the outwardly expanding portion (102) is used to snap-fit ​​with the container body.

9. The container lid according to claim 8, characterized in that, The receiving groove (101) is provided with at least two stacked ribs (103) spaced apart, and the stacked ribs (103) are provided to protrude in the direction toward the outward expansion (102).

10. A container with a lid, characterized in that, It includes a container body and a container lid as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the container body and the container lid are snap-fitted together.