Peelable packaging

Abstract

Disclosed herein are peelable packaging and packages. A package includes a body including a plurality of peelable strips defined by perforation lines and a replaceable cap configured to fit one or more of the plurality of peelable strips. Each peelable strip is peelable from the body to access a material contained within the package.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] This disclosure relates to packaging and in particular, packages comprising peelable strips.BACKGROUND

[0002] US 3 967 773 A, GB 2 352 439 A, EP 2 230 194 A1, US 2002 / 190114 A1, GB 2 539 868 A, and US 2011 / 297681 disclose conventional packaging containers, including peelable packaging.SUMMARY

[0003] The invention is defined by the appended set of claims. The description that follows is subjected to this limitation. Any disclosure lying outside the scope of said claims is only intended for illustrative as well as comparative purposes, and is not part of the invention.

[0004] Disclosed herein are methods and systems for peelable packaging. A package according to the invention comprises a body including a plurality of peelable strips defined by perforation lines and a replaceable cap configured to fit on a top most peelable strip of the plurality of peelable strips. Each peelable strip is peelable from the body to access a material contained within the package. Each of the peelable strips can provide a mechanical retention of the replaceable cap.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0005] The disclosure is best understood from the following detailed description when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. various features of the drawings are not to-scale. On the contrary, the dimensions of the various features are arbitrarily expanded or reduced for clarity. FIG. 1 is an example diagram of a peelable package according to the invention a in a non-peeled state. FIG. 2 is an exploded view of a single peelable strip for a package according to the invention. FIG. 3 is an example diagram of a peelable package according to the invention and of how a cap fits on later peelable strips if peelable strips are peeled. FIG. 4 is an example diagram of a peelable package according to the invention in a non-peeled state. FIG. 5 is a view of an example peelable package according to the invention with a cap removed. FIG. 6 is a view of an example peelable package according to the invention with a cap removed and some peelable strips peeled away. FIG. 7 is a view of an example peelable package according to the invention with a cap after some peelable strips have been peeled away. FIG. 8 is a view of an example single peelable strip for a package according to the invention. FIG. 9 is a partial cutaway view of an example peelable package according to the invention with a material in a non-peeled state. FIG. 10 is a view of an example peelable package according to the invention in a non-peeled state with perforations on the inside. FIG. 11 is an exploded view of an example peelable package according to the invention in a non-peeled state with perforations on the inside. FIG. 12 is an example diagram of a film for in-mold labeling of a package according to the invention. FIG. 13 is an example diagram of the film of FIG. 12 in a molded form. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0006] The figures and descriptions provided herein may be simplified to illustrate aspects of the described embodiments that are relevant for a clear understanding of the herein disclosed processes, machines, manufactures, and / or compositions of matter, while eliminating for the purpose of clarity other aspects that may be found in typical similar devices, systems, compositions and methods. Those of ordinary skill may thus recognize that other elements and / or steps may be desirable or necessary to implement the packages, devices, systems, compositions and methods described herein. However, because such elements and steps are well known in the art, and because they do not facilitate a better understanding of the disclosed embodiments, a discussion of such elements and steps may not be provided herein.

[0007] Embodiments are provided throughout this disclosure so that this disclosure is sufficiently thorough and fully conveys the scope of the disclosed embodiments to those who are skilled in the art. Numerous specific details are set forth, such as examples of specific aspects, devices, and methods, to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. Nevertheless, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that certain specific disclosed details need not be employed, and that embodiments may be embodied in different forms. As such, the exemplary embodiments set forth should not be construed to limit the scope of the invention, which is defined by the appended claims.

[0008] The package according to the invention may be implemented by using a combination of injection molding (IM), in-mold labeling (IML), lamination, and other like processing to fuse, weld, or bond (collectively "fuse") an injection molded frame or structure with a film, paper, biodegradable layer, and the like. The package according to the invention may be a hybrid package using a combination of semi-rigid, flexible, composite, and paper-based structures.

[0009] Each peelable strip of a package according to the invention may be recyclable or biodegradable. Each peelable strip of a package according to the invention can be made from sustainable materials, recyclable materials, biodegradable materials, bio-based resins, and the like.

[0010] FIG. 1 is an example diagram of a peelable package 100 according to the invention in a non-peeled state. The peelable package 100 includes a cap 110, a body 120 including a plurality of peelable strips 130, and a seal 140. Each of the plurality of peelable strips 130 includes a peelable strip body 132 and a tab 134. The plurality of peelable strips 130 may be tearbands. The may be equatorial or axial relative to or across the body 120. The plurality of peelable strips 130 may be implemented using a tear strip mechanism. According to the invention, the body 120 includes the plurality of peelable strips 130 defined perforation lines 136 . The body 120 can be formed using injection molding and similar techniques. The one or more perforation lines 136 may be formed by slitting the body 120. The one or more perforation lines 136 may be equatorial or axial relative to or across the body 120. The seal 140 may be fused to the body 120. The cap 110 can include branding information.

[0011] Operationally, the cap 110 and the body 120 can be sent to a customer or client for placing a material in the package 100. The material, substance, and the like (collectively "usable material") can be a deodorant, a candy, a food item, a cosmetic, and the like. The customer or client can then close the package 100 by fitting the cap 110 on the body 120. According to the invention, the replaceable cap 110 is snap fit to the top most peelable strip. The cap 110 may be friction fit to an appropriate one or more of the plurality of peelable strips 130. According to the invention, each of the plurality of peelable strips 130 can provide a mechanical retention of the cap 110.

[0012] For accessing the usable material, a user can remove the cap 110 from the body 120. One of the peelable strips 130 can then be peeled away from the body 120 of the peelable package 100 by pulling on an appropriate tab 132. This exposes the usable material contained in the peelable package 100. FIG. 2 is an exploded view of a single peelable strip 200 which illustrates a first position 210 and a second position 220 when the peelable strip 200 is peeled away from a body such as the body 120. After accessing the usable material, the cap 110 can then be fitted back on the remaining plurality of peelable strips 130. This is shown for example in FIG. 3, where the cap 110 moves from a first position 300 to a second position 310 after a peelable strip 320 is peeled away.

[0013] FIG. 4 is an example diagram of a peelable package 400 in a non-peeled state in accordance with the invention. The body 120 including the plurality of peelable strips 130, 200, 320, 420, 920 may be provided with a stack of interconnected tearaway bands 422, where each interconnected tearaway band includes a tearaway band 422 and a tab 424. The interconnected tearaway bands 422 are separated by one or more perforation lines (not shown). The interconnected tearaway bands 422 each have a mechanism for retaining the removeable cap 410, whereby the mechanism can be a snap fit mechanism. The mechanism can be a frictional fit mechanism. FIG. 5 is a view of the peelable package 400 with the removeable cap 410 removed. FIG. 6 is a view of the peelable package 400 with a number of the interconnected tearaway bands 422 removed. FIG. 7 is a view of an the peelable package 400 with the removeable cap 410 re-fitted on a remaining stack 700 of the interconnected tearaway bands 422. FIG. 8 is a view of an example interconnected tearaway band 422 which includes the tearaway band 422 and the tab 424.

[0014] FIG. 9 is a partial cutaway view of an example peelable package 900 according to the invention with a material 910 in a non-peeled state in accordance with implementations. The peelable package 900 has removable strips 920, each removable strip with a band portion 922 and a tab 924.

[0015] FIG. 10 is an internal cutaway view of the peelable package 900 in a non-peeled state in accordance with the invention. The peelable package 900 has removable strips 920, each removable strip with a band portion 922 and a tab 924. Each of the removable strips 920 is defined by one or more perforation lines 930. The one or more perforation lines 930 may be on an internal facing side. The one or more perforation lines 930 may be on an external facing side. The peelable package 900 further includes a cap 940 for closing the peelable package 900. The cap 940 can be fitted on and retained by each of the removable strips 920. FIG. 11 is an exploded view of the peelable package 900 in a non-peeled state with the perforation lines 930 on the inside.

[0016] FIG. 12 is an example diagram of a film 1200 for in-mold labeling of a package according to the invention. The film 1200 includes a plurality of perforation lines 1210. The film 1200 can be made from sustainable materials, paper, bio-based materials, recyclable materials, biodegradable materials, and the like.

[0017] FIG. 13 is an example diagram of a peelable package 1300 according to the invention using the film 1200 of FIG 12. The film 1200 may be molded around a usable material (not shown) to form the peelable package 1300. The peelable package 1300 can be manufactured using a combination of techniques including, but not limited to, in-mold labeling, molding techniques, lamination, and like assembly techniques. The peelable package 1300 includes perforation lines 1310 which define peelable layers 1320. The perforation lines 1310 can be provided internal to the peelable package 1300. The perforation lines 1310 can be provided external to the peelable package 1300. The film 1200 can be molded to provide tab areas 1330 to enable peeling of the peelable layer 1320. For example, a portion of the ends of the film 1200 can overlap to establish the tab area 1330. The cap (not shown) can be friction fit or snap fit to an applicable peelable layer 1320. The peelable layers 1320 may provide mechanical retention of the cap. The seal 1340 can be part of the film 1200. The seal 1340 can be fused, bonded, or the like to the film 1200 or to an edge of the film 1200 during the molding process.

[0018] An injected molded frame or skeleton can be formed using compression molding, injection molding, and other like production processes. The injected molded frame can include, for example, a molded strip with tabs as described herein. The injected molded frame can include a seal. A film, such as film 1200, can be in-mold labeled to the injected molded frame to create the peelable package as described herein.

[0019] The peelable packages described herein may be manufactured using compression molding, injection molding and other like production processes. The peelable packages may be made from biodegradable materials, recyclable materials, sustainable materials, and the like.

[0020] The construction and arrangement of the methods as shown in the various exemplary embodiments are illustrative only. Although only a few embodiments have been described in detail in this disclosure, many modifications are possible (e.g., variations in sizes, dimensions, structures, shapes and proportions of the various elements, values of parameters, mounting arrangements, use of materials and components, colors, orientations, etc.). For example, the position of elements may be reversed or otherwise varied and the nature or number of discrete elements or positions may be altered or varied. Accordingly, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the present disclosure. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be varied or re-sequenced according to alternative embodiments. Other substitutions, modifications, changes, and omissions may be made in the design, operating conditions and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0021] Although the figures may show a specific order of method steps, the order of the steps may differ from what is depicted. Also two or more steps may be performed concurrently or with partial concurrence. Such variation will depend on the software and hardware systems chosen and on designer choice. All such variations are within the scope of the disclosure. Likewise, software implementations could be accomplished with standard programming techniques with rule-based logic and other logic to accomplish the various connection steps, processing steps, comparison steps, and decision steps.

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Embodiment Construction

[0006]The figures and descriptions provided herein may be simplified to illustrate aspects of the described embodiments that are relevant for a clear understanding of the herein disclosed processes, machines, manufactures, and / or compositions of matter, while eliminating for the purpose of clarity other aspects that may be found in typical similar devices, systems, compositions and methods. Those of ordinary skill may thus recognize that other elements and / or steps may be desirable or necessary to implement the packages, devices, systems, compositions and methods described herein. However, because such elements and steps are well known in the art, and because they do not facilitate a better understanding of the disclosed embodiments, a discussion of such elements and steps may not be provided herein.

[0007]Embodiments are provided throughout this disclosure so that this disclosure is sufficiently thorough and fully conveys the scope of the disclosed embodiments to those who are skill...

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] This disclosure relates to packaging and in particular, packages comprising peelable strips.BACKGROUND

[0002] US 3 967 773 A, GB 2 352 439 A, EP 2 230 194 A1, US 2002 / 190114 A1, GB 2 539 868 A, and US 2011 / 297681 disclose conventional packaging containers, including peelable packaging.SUMMARY

[0003] The invention is defined by the appended set of claims. The description that follows is subjected to this limitation. Any disclosure lying outside the scope of said claims is only intended for illustrative as well as comparative purposes, and is not part of the invention.

[0004] Disclosed herein are methods and systems for peelable packaging. A package according to the invention comprises a body including a plurality of peelable strips defined by perforation lines and a replaceable cap configured to fit on a top most peelable strip of the plurality of peelable strips. Each peelable strip is peelable from the body to access a material contained within the package. Each of the peelable strips can provide a mechanical retention of the replaceable cap.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0005] The disclosure is best understood from the following detailed description when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. various features of the drawings are not to-scale. On the contrary, the dimensions of the various features are arbitrarily expanded or reduced for clarity. FIG. 1 is an example diagram of a peelable package according to the invention a in a non-peeled state. FIG. 2 is an exploded view of a single peelable strip for a package according to the invention. FIG. 3 is an example diagram of a peelable package according to the invention and of how a cap fits on later peelable strips if peelable strips are peeled. FIG. 4 is an example diagram of a peelable package according to the invention in a non-peeled state. FIG. 5 is a view of an example peelable package according to the invention with a cap removed. FIG. 6 is a view of an example peelable package according to the invention with a cap removed and some peelable strips peeled away. FIG. 7 is a view of an example peelable package according to the invention with a cap after some peelable strips have been peeled away. FIG. 8 is a view of an example single peelable strip for a package according to the invention. FIG. 9 is a partial cutaway view of an example peelable package according to the invention with a material in a non-peeled state. FIG. 10 is a view of an example peelable package according to the invention in a non-peeled state with perforations on the inside. FIG. 11 is an exploded view of an example peelable package according to the invention in a non-peeled state with perforations on the inside. FIG. 12 is an example diagram of a film for in-mold labeling of a package according to the invention. FIG. 13 is an example diagram of the film of FIG. 12 in a molded form. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0006] The figures and descriptions provided herein may be simplified to illustrate aspects of the described embodiments that are relevant for a clear understanding of the herein disclosed processes, machines, manufactures, and / or compositions of matter, while eliminating for the purpose of clarity other aspects that may be found in typical similar devices, systems, compositions and methods. Those of ordinary skill may thus recognize that other elements and / or steps may be desirable or necessary to implement the packages, devices, systems, compositions and methods described herein. However, because such elements and steps are well known in the art, and because they do not facilitate a better understanding of the disclosed embodiments, a discussion of such elements and steps may not be provided herein.

[0007] Embodiments are provided throughout this disclosure so that this disclosure is sufficiently thorough and fully conveys the scope of the disclosed embodiments to those who are skilled in the art. Numerous specific details are set forth, such as examples of specific aspects, devices, and methods, to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. Nevertheless, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that certain specific disclosed details need not be employed, and that embodiments may be embodied in different forms. As such, the exemplary embodiments set forth should not be construed to limit the scope of the invention, which is defined by the appended claims.

[0008] The package according to the invention may be implemented by using a combination of injection molding (IM), in-mold labeling (IML), lamination, and other like processing to fuse, weld, or bond (collectively "fuse") an injection molded frame or structure with a film, paper, biodegradable layer, and the like. The package according to the invention may be a hybrid package using a combination of semi-rigid, flexible, composite, and paper-based structures.

[0009] Each peelable strip of a package according to the invention may be recyclable or biodegradable. Each peelable strip of a package according to the invention can be made from sustainable materials, recyclable materials, biodegradable materials, bio-based resins, and the like.

[0010] FIG. 1 is an example diagram of a peelable package 100 according to the invention in a non-peeled state. The peelable package 100 includes a cap 110, a body 120 including a plurality of peelable strips 130, and a seal 140. Each of the plurality of peelable strips 130 includes a peelable strip body 132 and a tab 134. The plurality of peelable strips 130 may be tearbands. The may be equatorial or axial relative to or across the body 120. The plurality of peelable strips 130 may be implemented using a tear strip mechanism. According to the invention, the body 120 includes the plurality of peelable strips 130 defined perforation lines 136 . The body 120 can be formed using injection molding and similar techniques. The one or more perforation lines 136 may be formed by slitting the body 120. The one or more perforation lines 136 may be equatorial or axial relative to or across the body 120. The seal 140 may be fused to the body 120. The cap 110 can include branding information.

[0011] Operationally, the cap 110 and the body 120 can be sent to a customer or client for placing a material in the package 100. The material, substance, and the like (collectively "usable material") can be a deodorant, a candy, a food item, a cosmetic, and the like. The customer or client can then close the package 100 by fitting the cap 110 on the body 120. According to the invention, the replaceable cap 110 is snap fit to the top most peelable strip. The cap 110 may be friction fit to an appropriate one or more of the plurality of peelable strips 130. According to the invention, each of the plurality of peelable strips 130 can provide a mechanical retention of the cap 110.

[0012] For accessing the usable material, a user can remove the cap 110 from the body 120. One of the peelable strips 130 can then be peeled away from the body 120 of the peelable package 100 by pulling on an appropriate tab 132. This exposes the usable material contained in the peelable package 100. FIG. 2 is an exploded view of a single peelable strip 200 which illustrates a first position 210 and a second position 220 when the peelable strip 200 is peeled away from a body such as the body 120. After accessing the usable material, the cap 110 can then be fitted back on the remaining plurality of peelable strips 130. This is shown for example in FIG. 3, where the cap 110 moves from a first position 300 to a second position 310 after a peelable strip 320 is peeled away.

[0013] FIG. 4 is an example diagram of a peelable package 400 in a non-peeled state in accordance with the invention. The body 120 including the plurality of peelable strips 130, 200, 320, 420, 920 may be provided with a stack of interconnected tearaway bands 422, where each interconnected tearaway band includes a tearaway band 422 and a tab 424. The interconnected tearaway bands 422 are separated by one or more perforation lines (not shown). The interconnected tearaway bands 422 each have a mechanism for retaining the removeable cap 410, whereby the mechanism can be a snap fit mechanism. The mechanism can be a frictional fit mechanism. FIG. 5 is a view of the peelable package 400 with the removeable cap 410 removed. FIG. 6 is a view of the peelable package 400 with a number of the interconnected tearaway bands 422 removed. FIG. 7 is a view of an the peelable package 400 with the removeable cap 410 re-fitted on a remaining stack 700 of the interconnected tearaway bands 422. FIG. 8 is a view of an example interconnected tearaway band 422 which includes the tearaway band 422 and the tab 424.

[0014] FIG. 9 is a partial cutaway view of an example peelable package 900 according to the invention with a material 910 in a non-peeled state in accordance with implementations. The peelable package 900 has removable strips 920, each removable strip with a band portion 922 and a tab 924.

[0015] FIG. 10 is an internal cutaway view of the peelable package 900 in a non-peeled state in accordance with the invention. The peelable package 900 has removable strips 920, each removable strip with a band portion 922 and a tab 924. Each of the removable strips 920 is defined by one or more perforation lines 930. The one or more perforation lines 930 may be on an internal facing side. The one or more perforation lines 930 may be on an external facing side. The peelable package 900 further includes a cap 940 for closing the peelable package 900. The cap 940 can be fitted on and retained by each of the removable strips 920. FIG. 11 is an exploded view of the peelable package 900 in a non-peeled state with the perforation lines 930 on the inside.

[0016] FIG. 12 is an example diagram of a film 1200 for in-mold labeling of a package according to the invention. The film 1200 includes a plurality of perforation lines 1210. The film 1200 can be made from sustainable materials, paper, bio-based materials, recyclable materials, biodegradable materials, and the like.

[0017] FIG. 13 is an example diagram of a peelable package 1300 according to the invention using the film 1200 of FIG 12. The film 1200 may be molded around a usable material (not shown) to form the peelable package 1300. The peelable package 1300 can be manufactured using a combination of techniques including, but not limited to, in-mold labeling, molding techniques, lamination, and like assembly techniques. The peelable package 1300 includes perforation lines 1310 which define peelable layers 1320. The perforation lines 1310 can be provided internal to the peelable package 1300. The perforation lines 1310 can be provided external to the peelable package 1300. The film 1200 can be molded to provide tab areas 1330 to enable peeling of the peelable layer 1320. For example, a portion of the ends of the film 1200 can overlap to establish the tab area 1330. The cap (not shown) can be friction fit or snap fit to an applicable peelable layer 1320. The peelable layers 1320 may provide mechanical retention of the cap. The seal 1340 can be part of the film 1200. The seal 1340 can be fused, bonded, or the like to the film 1200 or to an edge of the film 1200 during the molding process.

[0018] An injected molded frame or skeleton can be formed using compression molding, injection molding, and other like production processes. The injected molded frame can include, for example, a molded strip with tabs as described herein. The injected molded frame can include a seal. A film, such as film 1200, can be in-mold labeled to the injected molded frame to create the peelable package as described herein.

[0019] The peelable packages described herein may be manufactured using compression molding, injection molding and other like production processes. The peelable packages may be made from biodegradable materials, recyclable materials, sustainable materials, and the like.

[0020] The construction and arrangement of the methods as shown in the various exemplary embodiments are illustrative only. Although only a few embodiments have been described in detail in this disclosure, many modifications are possible (e.g., variations in sizes, dimensions, structures, shapes and proportions of the various elements, values of parameters, mounting arrangements, use of materials and components, colors, orientations, etc.). For example, the position of elements may be reversed or otherwise varied and the nature or number of discrete elements or positions may be altered or varied. Accordingly, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the present disclosure. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be varied or re-sequenced according to alternative embodiments. Other substitutions, modifications, changes, and omissions may be made in the design, operating conditions and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0021] Although the figures may show a specific order of method steps, the order of the steps may differ from what is depicted. Also two or more steps may be performed concurrently or with partial concurrence. Such variation will depend on the software and hardware systems chosen and on designer choice. All such variations are within the scope of the disclosure. Likewise, software implementations could be accomplished with standard programming techniques with rule-based logic and other logic to accomplish the various connection steps, processing steps, comparison steps, and decision steps.

Examples

Embodiment Construction

[0006]The figures and descriptions provided herein may be simplified to illustrate aspects of the described embodiments that are relevant for a clear understanding of the herein disclosed processes, machines, manufactures, and / or compositions of matter, while eliminating for the purpose of clarity other aspects that may be found in typical similar devices, systems, compositions and methods. Those of ordinary skill may thus recognize that other elements and / or steps may be desirable or necessary to implement the packages, devices, systems, compositions and methods described herein. However, because such elements and steps are well known in the art, and because they do not facilitate a better understanding of the disclosed embodiments, a discussion of such elements and steps may not be provided herein.

[0007]Embodiments are provided throughout this disclosure so that this disclosure is sufficiently thorough and fully conveys the scope of the disclosed embodiments to those who are skill...

Claims

1. A package (100, 400, 900, 1300) comprising: a body (120) including a plurality of peelable strips (130, 200, 320, 420, 920) defined by perforation lines (136, 930, 1210); a replaceable cap (110, 410, 940) configured to fit on a topmost peelable strip (130, 200, 320, 420, 920) of the plurality of peelable strips (130, 200, 320, 420, 920), wherein each peelable strip (130, 200, 320, 420, 920) is peelable from the body (120) to access a material (910) contained within the package (100, 400, 900, 1300), wherein each of the peelable strips (130, 200, 320, 420, 920) can provide a mechanical retention of the replaceable cap (110, 410, 940), characterised in that the replaceable cap (110, 410, 940) is snap fit to the topmost peelable strip (130, 200, 320, 420, 920), and a seal (140) is bonded to a lower most peelable strip (130, 200, 320, 420, 920).

2. The package (100, 400, 900, 1300) of claim 1, wherein the perforation lines (136, 930, 1210) are on an interior surface of the body (120).

3. The package (100, 400, 900, 1300) of claim 1, wherein the perforation lines (136, 930, 1210) are on an exterior surface of the body (120).

4. The package (100, 400, 900, 1300) of claim 1, wherein the perforation lines (136, 930, 1210) are formed by slitting the body (120).

5. The package (100, 400, 900, 1300) of claim 1, wherein each of the peelable strips (130, 200, 320, 420, 920) includes a tab (134, 424, 924) for peeling away one or more of the peelable strips (130, 200, 320, 420, 920).

6. The package (400) of claim 1, wherein the body (120) including the plurality of peelable strips (130, 200, 320, 420, 920) is provided by a stack (700) of interconnected tearaway bands (422), at least one perforation line between adjacent tearaway bands (422); and wherein the replaceable cap (110, 410, 940) is configured to fit on a topmost tearaway band (422) of the stack of interconnected tearaway bands (422), wherein each tearaway band (422) is tearable from the body (120) to access the material (910) contained within the package (400).

7. The package (1300) of claim 1, wherein the body (120) including the plurality of peelable strips (130, 200, 320, 420, 920) is provided by a film (1200) molded around the material (910), the film (1200) having the plurality of perforation lines (136, 930, 1210) defining peelable layers (1320), wherein each peelable layer (1320) is removeable to access the material (910) contained within the package (1300).

8. The package (1300) of claim 7, wherein ends of the film (1200) are configured to overlap to establish a tab (1330) for removing a peelable layer (1320).

9. The package of claim 7, wherein a seal (1340) is bonded to one edge of the film (1200).

10. The package (1300) of claim 7, wherein the replaceable cap (110, 410, 940) is configured to fit to one edge of the film (1200).

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