Bottle cap with integrated freshness seal and connecting nylon cord for trouble-free drinking

Abstract

Bottle closure (1) with a freshness seal (2) and a flexible cord (3) integrated in the lid (1), which permanently connects the lid (1) to the bottle neck (4) after opening.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a bottle closure (1), particularly for disposable plastic bottles, comprising an integrated freshness seal (2) and a flexible cord (3), preferably made of nylon, attached inside the lid (1). This cord (3) has a length of approximately 3 to 7 cm and is firmly connected to the lid (1) and the bottle neck (4).

[0002] When the bottle is opened, the freshness seal (2) dissolves in the usual way, releasing the cap (1) from its original closure thread. However, it remains connected to the bottle neck (4) via the integrated cord (3) and hangs down at the side. This has the advantage that the cap (1) does not interfere with drinking or pouring, and at the same time, it cannot be lost.

[0003] The cord (3) can be firmly anchored in the plastic of the lid (1) or clamped in place by means of an integrated bar. Attachment to the bottle neck (4) by overmolding or clipping is also conceivable.

[0004] The freshness seal (2) is a circumferential plastic ring that separates from the lid (1) upon initial opening to visually indicate initial opening. The design meets the requirements of EU Directive 2019 / 904 regarding permanently attached closures for single-use plastic bottles. QUOTES CONTAINED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents submitted by the applicant was generated automatically and is included solely for the convenience of the reader. This list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA assumes no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] EP 2019 / 904

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Claims

[1] Bottle closure (1) with a freshness seal (2) and a flexible cord (3) integrated in the lid (1), which permanently connects the lid (1) to the bottle neck (4) after opening. [2] Bottle closure according to claim 1, wherein the cord (3) has a length of 3 to 7 cm. [3] Bottle closure according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the cord (3) is made of nylon. [4] Bottle closure according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the freshness seal (2) is a circumferential plastic ring which irreversibly separates from the lid (1) upon first opening. [5] Bottle closure according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the cord (3) is firmly clamped or cast into the interior of the lid (1). [6] Bottle closure according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the lid (1) hangs down laterally after opening and does not interfere with drinking or pouring.

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