A collapsible and extendable snack container

Abstract

A collapsible and extendable snack container, characterized in that it comprises a container body and a container lid made of flexible material, the container lid including a base. The base is positioned close to the container opening and has an opening in its center. An upper lid body is connected to the central opening, having collapsible and extendable properties. The upper lid body forms a cavity structure with a lateral opening when it is extended and unfolded towards the side furthest from the container body. When the upper lid body is retracted and folded to the side near the container body, it can completely cover the central opening of the base on the side furthest from the container body. The edge of the upper lid rests firmly against the top of the base.

Description

Technical field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of storage containers, in particular a collapsible and extendable snack container. Background technology

[0002] Existing storage containers typically use borosilicate glass containers with lids, the lids being made of materials such as plastic, stainless steel, or bamboo and wood, fitted with silicone rings for sealing.

[0003] When storing puffed snacks in existing containers, the lid must be opened to remove the contents. With small containers, the snacks can be taken directly from the container itself. However, with tall containers, manual removal is cumbersome, requiring the snacks to be transferred from the container to the hand or another container for consumption. Pouring them directly onto the hands is not only unhygienic but also leads to soiled hands. Transferring them to another container requires unnecessary steps and utensils for consumption, which is inconvenient for the user. While manufacturers could choose smaller containers to solve these problems, this would result in smaller overall storage container dimensions, which would not meet the considerable storage requirements for puffed snacks.

[0004] Therefore, there is a need for a special snack container for storing puffed snacks that can solve the problems mentioned above. Contents of the utility model

[0005] Against this background, the present utility model provides a collapsible and extendable snack container, the specific technical solution of which is as follows: A collapsible and extendable snack container comprising a container body and a container lid made of flexible material, the container lid including a base. The base is positioned close to the container opening. An opening is provided in the center of the base, and an upper lid body is connected to the central opening. The collapsible and The extendable lid has the following properties, wherein the upper lid body forms a cavity structure with a lateral opening when it is extended and unfolded towards the side furthest from the container body. An upper lid on the side furthest from the container body can completely cover the central opening of the base when the upper lid body is retracted and folded to the side near the container body, with the edge of the upper lid resting firmly against the top of the base.

[0006] Preferably, the container lid forms a structure molded in one piece.

[0007] Preferably, an annular groove is provided between the base and the upper lid body, into which the edge of the upper lid can be embedded and pressed firmly. Preferably, the base is mounted to enclose the container opening, with the inner wall of the base fitting tightly against the outer wall of the container opening.

[0008] Preferably, the inner base of the plinth has a plurality of snap-in blocks that can engage with the inner wall of the edge of the container opening.

[0009] Preferably, the multiple locking blocks are arranged around the central opening of the base. Preferably, a handle is attached to the top of the upper cover.

[0010] Preferably, a pressure indicator mark is also provided on the top of the upper cover.

[0011] Preferably, the container lid is made of silicone material.

[0012] Preferably, the container body is made of borosilicate glass and is not limited in size.

[0013] Compared to the prior art, the collapsible and extendable snack container in this utility model has the following advantageous effects: (1) This utility model uses a pull-out container lid that allows access to snacks inside the container without having to fully open the lid. Instead, the snacks are removed through the side opening in the top of the lid, eliminating the need to reach inside the lid or pour the contents into the hand, thus avoiding unhygienic practices and soiled hands. This design also eliminates the need to transfer the snacks into separate containers for consumption, making the snacking process simpler and more efficient. (2) This utility model enables a quick transition of snacks within the container from storage to consumption. Should any snacks remain, the container lid can be quickly closed to return to storage, allowing for convenient and easy handling. (3) The container lid and the container body in this utility model can be securely connected to each other. Once closed, the container lid provides an effective seal to the inside of the container body and ensures a good tightness to effectively prevent food from becoming damp inside the container body. Figures

[0014] To clarify the technical solution in the embodiments of the utility model or in the prior art, a brief description of the figures that must be used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art follows. It is obvious that the figures in the following description are only examples for the utility model and that other figures can be obtained from them without any creative effort by general technical personnel. Fig. Figure 1 is a schematic representation of the structure of a collapsible and extendable snack container in the open state in this utility model; Fig. Figure 2 is a schematic representation of the structure of a collapsible and extendable snack container in the closed state in this utility model; Fig. Figure 3 is a schematic representation of the upper structure of the container lid of a collapsible and extendable snack container in the open state in this utility model; Fig. Figure 4 is a schematic representation of the lower structure of the container lid of a collapsible and extendable snack container in the open state in this utility model; Fig. Figure 5 is a schematic representation of the structure of the container body of a collapsible and extendable snack container in this utility model.

[0015] Whereby: 1. Container body, 2. Container lid, 3. Base, 4. Upper lid body, 5. Side opening, 6. Upper lid, 7. Ring-shaped groove, 8. Locking block, 9. Handle, 10. Pressure indicator mark, 11. Container opening. Specific embodiments

[0016] Exemplary embodiments of the present utility model are described in more detail below, with exemplary embodiments shown in the accompanying figures, in which identical or similar designations always denote identical or similar elements or elements with identical or similar functions. The exemplary embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying figures are illustrative and serve to explain the utility model and are not to be understood as limiting the utility model.

[0017] In the description of the present utility model, the terms "above", "below", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc. denote an orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the figures and serve only to facilitate and simplify the description of the utility model and do not mean that the device or element mentioned must have a specific orientation, be constructed and function in a specific orientation, and are therefore not to be understood as a limitation of the utility model.

[0018] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and are not to be understood as implying a relative meaning or an implicit determination of the number of specified technical features. Thus, the features designated as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly comprise one or more such features. In the description of the utility model, "multiple" means at least two or more, unless expressly and specifically limited otherwise.

[0019] Example implementation: As in the Fig. As shown in Figures 1 to 5, the present utility model represents a collapsible and extendable snack container specifically designed for storing puffed snacks. This collapsible and extendable snack container comprises a container body 1 and a container lid 2 made of flexible material.

[0020] In this embodiment, the container lid 2 comprises a base 3, which is arranged close to the container opening 11. An opening is provided in the center of the base 3, and an upper lid body 4 is connected to the central opening. The upper lid body 4 has foldable and extendable properties. When extended and unfolded towards the side furthest from the container body, the upper lid body 4 forms a cavity structure with a lateral opening 5. An upper lid 6 can completely cover the central opening of the base 3 on the side furthest from the container body when the upper lid body 4 is retracted and folded to the side near the container body, with the edge of the upper lid resting firmly against the top of the base 3.

[0021] The collapsible and extendable snack container in this embodiment uses the structure described above. When the upper lid body 4, which has extendable and collapsible features at the central opening of the base, is folded inwards, it seals the top of the container lid, thereby creating a seal inside the container body to prevent food from becoming damp. When the upper lid body 4 is extended and unfolded, it forms a hollow structure with a side opening 5. By tilting the container body 1 (with the side opening facing upwards), the snacks poured from the container body 1 slide into the hollow structure. The user can then easily remove the snacks through the side opening 5, with the hollow structure serving as a temporary container for the snacks.

[0022] In a preferred specific embodiment, the container lid 2 is formed as an integral structure, offering advantages such as low manufacturing costs, high structural strength and excellent sealing.

[0023] In a preferred specific embodiment, an annular groove 7 is provided between the base 3 and the upper lid body 4, into which the edge of the upper lid can be embedded and pressed firmly, thereby further improving the effective sealing of the container body.

[0024] In a preferred specific embodiment, the base 3 is mounted to enclose the container opening 11, with the inner wall of the base 3 fitting tightly against the outer wall of the container opening 11. This ensures a tight seal at the connection point between the container lid 2 and the container body 1.

[0025] Preferably, the inner base of the base 3 has a plurality (in this embodiment four) of snap-in blocks 8 which can engage with the inner wall of the edge of the container opening, and the plurality of snap-in blocks is arranged around the central opening of the base, wherein the snap-in blocks 8 ensure a further secure connection between the container lid 2 and the container body 1.

[0026] In a preferred specific embodiment, a handle 9 is attached to the top of the upper cover 6 to make it easier for the user to pull it out and unfold it when the upper cover body is in the retracted closed position.

[0027] In particular, the handle 9 can be formed as a ring-shaped structure and is hidden in a corresponding recess on the top of the upper lid when not in use, so that it does not take up any additional space.

[0028] Furthermore, a pressure indicator mark 10 is preferably provided on the top of the upper cover 6. By pressing the pressure indicator mark 10, the user can easily create a crease and bend in the side wall of the upper cover body 4. Subsequently, the upper cover 6 is subjected to an inward tensile force from the bent side wall, thereby covering the central opening of the base. Simultaneously, upon closing, the inherent bending force of the material ensures that the edge of the upper cover lies tightly against the top of the base 3, effectively sealing the central opening of the base.

[0029] In this embodiment, the container lid 2 is made of silicone material, which fulfills the extendable and foldable requirement of the upper lid body. The container body 1 is made of borosilicate glass material, and its dimensions are not subject to any restrictions.

[0030] In other words, the design of the container body in this embodiment is not subject to any dimensional limitations, and the container body can be manufactured in any size required to meet the considerable storage space needs for puffed snacks. Furthermore, the use of borosilicate glass for the container body ensures greater material stability, produces no odor, and facilitates cleaning.

[0031] This utility model features an innovative container lid design as a pull-out structure that allows access to snacks inside the container without having to fully open the lid. Instead, the snacks are removed through the side opening in the upper part of the lid, eliminating the need to reach inside the lid or pour the contents into the hand, thus avoiding unhygienic practices and soiled hands. This design also eliminates the need to transfer the snacks to separate containers for consumption, making the snacking process simpler and more efficient.

[0032] The overall design of the product in this utility model allows for a quick transition from storage to consumption. If any snacks are left over, the container lid can be quickly closed to return to storage. Consequently, the utility model exhibits excellent practicality and market application value.

[0033] Each embodiment in this description is described step by step, with the focus of each embodiment on the differences from the other embodiments, while reference may be made to similar content shared between the individual embodiments. The description of the device disclosed in the embodiments is simple, as it corresponds to the method disclosed in the embodiments, and the relevant content can be found in the section on methods.

[0034] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables a person skilled in the art to implement or use the utility model. Various modifications of these embodiments are obvious to a person skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein can be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the concept or scope of the utility model. Accordingly, the utility model is not limited to the embodiments shown here, but is subject to the broadest possible scope of application compatible with the principles and new features disclosed herein.

Claims

[1] Collapsible and extendable snack container, characterized by that it comprises a container body and a container lid made of flexible material, the container lid including a base. The base is positioned close to the container opening and has an opening in its center. An upper lid body is connected to the central opening, the upper lid body being foldable and extendable. When extended and unfolded towards the side furthest from the container body, the upper lid body forms a cavity structure with a lateral opening. When retracted and folded to the side near the container body, the upper lid body can completely cover the central opening of the base on the side furthest from the container body. The edge of the upper lid rests firmly against the top of the base. [2] The collapsible and extendable snack container according to claim 1 is characterized by that the container lid forms a one-piece molded structure. [3] The collapsible and extendable snack container according to claim 1, characterized by , that an annular groove is provided between the base and the upper lid body, into which the edge of the upper lid can be embedded and pressed firmly. [4] The collapsible and extendable snack container according to claim 1, characterized by that the base is attached in a way that encloses the container opening, with the inner wall of the base lying tightly against the outer wall of the container opening. [5] The collapsible and extendable snack container according to claim 4, characterized by , that the inner base of the plinth has a multitude of snap-in blocks which can be engaged with the inner wall of the edge of the container opening. [6] The collapsible and extendable snack container according to claim 5, characterized by that the multitude of locking blocks are arranged around the central opening of the base. [7] The collapsible and extendable snack container according to claim 1, characterized by that a handle is attached to the top of the upper lid. [8] The collapsible and extendable snack container according to claim 1 or 7, characterized by , that a pressure indicator mark is also provided on the top of the upper cover. [9] The collapsible and extendable snack container according to claim 1, characterized by that the container lid is made of silicone material. [10] The collapsible and extendable snack container according to claim 1, characterized by that the container body is made of borosilicate glass and is not limited in size.

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