Cosmetic product dispenser jar with refillable cup

Abstract

The invention provides a dispensing jar for cosmetic products, such as makeup powder, comprising: - a base; - a cup adapted to hold the product and fitting inside the base; - a lid for sealing the jar, characterized in that it includes means for guiding the cup within the base, allowing the cup to be inserted by a helical movement over a predefined stroke and along a predefined trajectory, said guiding means consisting of at least one rib / groove pair with: - at least one rib belonging to one element of the cup and the base; - at least one groove belonging to the other element of the cup and the base; the rib and the groove having complementary shapes ensuring compatibility between the cup and the base. Figure 1

Description

Title of the invention: Cosmetic product dispenser jar with refillable cup Technical field of the invention

[0001] The invention relates to a dispensing jar for a cosmetic product, such as a skincare cream or makeup powder. This jar is refillable with cosmetic product. In this case, the jar comprises a base that receives a cup containing a cosmetic product. When the cup is empty, it is simply removed and a new one placed in the base. Technical background

[0002] Cosmetic product dispenser jars are known, comprising a base that receives a cup containing a cosmetic product. These jars are closed with lids. These jars are refillable. Indeed, when the cup is empty, it is replaced by another cup filled with a cosmetic product.

[0003] Depending on the brand, the internal dimensions of the base vary, and the external dimensions of the bucket also vary. Therefore, it is preferable to use a base and bucket of the same brand to avoid relative movement of the bucket within the base. If the size is not adjusted, the bucket will move and rotate within the base when the user tries to retrieve the product, which is undesirable.

[0004] On the other hand, when the cup is placed in the base, it can sometimes be difficult to remove it for replacement, since the cup does not have an accessible surface for gripping. Indeed, it is completely embedded in the base.

[0005] To overcome this drawback, it is known to provide a collar on the upper part of the cup which rests on the upper edge of the base, thus allowing the cup to be handled by the collar.

[0006] To this collar, means for fixing the cup to the base are often added, to prevent the cup from coming out of the base during handling and transport of the pot. This is therefore an axial locking mechanism.

[0007] However, having such axial locking means on the top of the base presents a space problem, as the lid must then be positioned on top. This results in pots that lack aesthetic appeal.

[0008] Furthermore, with this type of pot, there is a problem with the handling, as inserting the cup into the base is not easy and the final positioning is variable. It is sometimes necessary to make several attempts at inserting the cup before obtaining the correct positioning.

[0009] Another disadvantage also appears, which is the fouling of the fastening means. Indeed, with repeated opening and closing of the jar, cosmetic product tends to accumulate on the collar and lid. This cosmetic product, combined with surrounding dust, clogs the collar and the fastening mechanisms, sometimes rendering them ineffective. Summary of the invention

[0010] The present invention aims to overcome the various disadvantages stated above, by means of a cosmetic product dispenser pot, comprising a removable cup for refilling the pot with cosmetic product, and having means for pairing the cup with the base so that the cup is correctly held in position in the base, and having means for fixing the cup in the base which do not get dirty over time, and finally with a cup which is easily grasped by the user so that it is easily positioned and replaceable.

[0011] The cosmetic product dispenser pot according to the invention comprises, in a conventional manner:

[0012] - an open base at the top;

[0013] - a cup suitable for containing the product and fitting inside the base;

[0014] - a sealing lid for the pot.

[0015] This pot is characterized primarily in that it comprises means for guiding the bucket in the base, allowing the bucket to be inserted through said upper part with a movement, at least partially helical, over a predefined stroke and along a predefined trajectory, said guiding means consisting of at least one rib / groove pair with:

[0016] - at least one rib belonging to the cup and extending over an external peripheral wall of the cup; - at least one groove cut into an internal peripheral wall of the base;

[0017] or

[0018] - at least one rib belonging to the base and extending over an internal peripheral wall of the base; - at least one groove made on an external peripheral wall of the bucket;

[0019] the groove defining said stroke and said trajectory, the rib fitting into the groove on said stroke and said trajectory, the rib and the groove having complementary shapes ensuring compatibility between the bucket and the base.

[0020] The main idea of ​​this invention is to ensure a good fit between the base and the bucket so that the latter stays securely in place within the base, and to prevent the user from using incompatible buckets. The rib and groove thus facilitate the guidance of the bucket within the base.

[0021] This invention also makes it easier to insert the cup into the base, thanks to a helical movement, that is to say an axial displacement combined with a rotation. This helical movement is naturally easy to achieve with the hand holding the bucket, the other holding the pot.

[0022] According to the different embodiments of the invention, which may be considered together or separately:

[0023] - the pot comprises at least two diametrically opposed rib / groove pairs extending in the same helical direction of movement. - each rib / groove pair extends over less than one turn (360°). - each rib / groove pair preferably extends over less than half- turn (180°). - each rib / groove pair preferably extends over a quarter turn (90°). - each groove extends along the entire height of the base or bucket. - each groove extends over part of the height of the base or the bucket. - the movement can be a combination of axial movement and helical movement. - the rib belongs to the cup and extends over a peripheral external wall of the cup. - the groove is made in the base and extends along an internal peripheral wall of the base. - the pot includes means for pre-positioning the cup relative to the base. - for each rib / groove pair, the said pre-positioning means consist of a recess in which the rib is positioned at the beginning of its stroke, a first end of said groove opening into this recess. - said recess is directly accessible from an end edge of the element, and has a V-shaped geometry with two flanks directing the rib towards the bottom point of the V where the groove opens out. - the bucket has a positioning stop limiting its axial penetration within the base. - said positioning stop consists of an upper external shoulder of the bucket adapted to rest on an upper edge of the base. - the pot includes means for axially retaining the cup relative to the base once it has been placed in position in the base. - said axial retention means are separate from the positioning stop. - said axial restraint means are away from the positioning stop. - said axial restraint means consist of:

[0024] - a localized boss in the groove, near a second end of the groove, and

[0025] - a hollow in the rib delimiting a final section of the rib,

[0026] the passage of the final section of the rib beyond the boss marking a click of the bucket into the base.

[0027] - the bucket has at least two diametrically opposed gripping tabs in the upper part. - said upper external shoulder has bypass zones for said gripping tabs so as to leave them accessible. - the base has at least two cutouts in the upper part diametrically opposed, of a shape corresponding to said gripping tabs, said gripping tabs being accessible through these cutouts once the cup has been placed in the base. - said gripping tabs are oriented a quarter turn relative to said pre-positioning means. - said tab bypass zones each have a ramp oriented according to the direction of the helical movement of the guiding means. Brief description of the figures

[0028] Other features and advantages of the invention will become apparent upon reading the detailed description that follows, for an understanding of which reference should be made to the accompanying drawings in which:

[0029] [Fig-1] [Fig.1] is an exploded perspective view of the pot according to a configuration possible of the invention;

[0030] [Fig.2] [Fig.2] is a perspective view of the bucket;

[0031] [Fig.3] [Fig.3] is a perspective view of the bucket;

[0032] [Fig.4] [Fig.4] is a perspective view of the base;

[0033] [Fig.5] [Fig.5] is another perspective view of the base;

[0034] [Fig.6] [Fig.6] is a detailed view of the base according to [Fig.5];

[0035] [Fig.7] [Fig.7] is a cross-sectional view of the assembled pot;

[0036] [Fig.8] [Fig.8] is a cross-sectional view of the base and the cup according to another configuration possible figure;

[0037] [Fig.9] [Fig.9] is a perspective view of the base according to another possible configuration, which optionally presents means of restraint;

[0038] [Fig. 10] [Fig. 10] is a perspective view of the bucket which optionally presents retention means compatible with the base of [Fig. 9]. Detailed description of the invention

[0039] In the remainder of the description, elements having an identical structure or Similar functions will be designated by the same references.

[0040] By convention, the "axial" direction corresponds to that of principal extension of the receptacle, illustrated by the X axis on [Fig.1], and the "radial" direction is orthogonal to the axial direction.

[0041] In the detailed description of the figures that follows, the terms "upper" and "lower" or "top" and "bottom" will be used without limitation with reference to the axial direction. Thus, the term "upper" refers to a part located near a lid 5 of the pot 1, and the term "lower" refers to a part located near a base 24 of the pot 1.

[0042] Similarly, the terms "outside or external" and "inside or internal" are used with reference to the radial direction, an outside element being radially further away from the X axis than an inside element.

[0043] The cosmetic product dispenser pot 1 shown in [Fig.1] exploded view, extends along a main axis X, and is mainly made up of a hollow base 2 which can be closed hermetically by a lid 5, for example by screwing, and a cup 3.

[0044] The cup 3 constitutes a product refill and is removable so that it can be replaced by a new cup 3 filled with product when the previous one is empty. Cosmetic product is understood to mean, for example, a product such as makeup powder, or a semi-fluid product such as a cream or foundation.

[0045] In the present example, the cover 5 consists of three parts, namely a hood 5c, a seal 5b and an insert 5a. The insert 5a snaps into the inside of the hood 5c while compressing the seal 5b.

[0046] For example, as in figures 1 to 7, the insert 5a has an internal thread suitable for cooperating with an external thread present on a collar 14 of the base 2, so as to be able to screw the cover 5 onto the base 2.

[0047] For example, as in [Fig.8], the collar 14 of the base 2 can be provided with a snap-on lug instead of the external thread, so that the cover 5 can be snapped onto the base.

[0048] Any other type of cover 5 may be considered.

[0049] In this case, it would be entirely possible to have a lid 5 made in one piece, or a lid 5 which is fixed differently on the base 2. Optionally, a sealing cap 4 closes the cup 3 hermetically before its first use.

[0050] The core of the invention is mainly focused on the base 2 and the bucket 3, and in particular on their pairing.

[0051] The cup 3, which is suitable for containing the product, fits inside the base 2.

[0052] In the present case, the base 2 has a bottom 24.

[0053] However, an embodiment in which the base has no bottom falls within the scope of the present invention. In this case, the bottom of the cup 3 will serve as the bottom for the pot 1.

[0054] The base 2 and the bucket 3 have shapes of revolution around the main X axis.

[0055] To facilitate the insertion of the bucket 3 into the base 2, guiding means are provided. These consist of at least one rib 7 / groove 17 pair. In this case, the rib 7 is inserted inside the groove 17 over a predefined stroke and along a trajectory predefined by the groove 17.

[0056] In the case illustrated in [Fig.1], the rib 7 belongs to the cup 3. It extends over the peripheral outer wall 6 of the cup 3. The groove 17, on the other hand, is made in the peripheral inner wall 12 of the base 2.

[0057] In another embodiment, it would have been entirely possible to do the opposite, namely to provide a rib 7 in the peripheral internal wall 12 of the base 2 and a groove 17 in the peripheral external wall 6 of the bucket 3.

[0058] The rib 7 and the groove 17 have complementary shapes ensuring compatibility between the bucket 3 and the base 2. The bucket 3 is inserted into the base 2 by means of the rib 7 being inserted into the groove 17. The groove 17 defines a specific stroke and trajectory. Thus, the rib 7 and the groove 17 allow the bucket 3 to move along the defined trajectory, causing, depending on the direction of rotation, an axial upward or downward movement of the bucket 3 within the base 2.

[0059] To facilitate the handling, the insertion of the cup 3 into the base 2 is planned to be accomplished by a movement that is at least partially helical. The term "helical" refers to a spiral-type movement, which consists of a combination of an axial movement with a rotational movement. Thus, the user inserts the cup 3 axially into the base 2 while simultaneously rotating it. This movement is easy for a user who holds the base 2 with one hand and performs this helical movement of the cup 3 with the other.

[0060] The movement can be totally helical.

[0061] The movement can be first axial then helical, or vice versa.

[0062] Any other combination of motion may be envisaged, as long as at least part of the motion is helical.

[0063] The helical trajectory can be regular, or complex with variations, changes in pitch.

[0064] On [Fig.1], we see that the groove 17 and the rib 7 extend "at an angle" on the peripheral walls 12 and 6 of the base 2 and the bucket 3.

[0065] These guiding means are thus different from a conventional thread, which makes several turns of the base 2 and the bucket 3. Here, it is simply a groove 17 with a predefined short stroke and a predefined trajectory, which extends over a quarter of base 2 preferably.

[0066] It can also extend over half a turn. It does not make a complete turn. The rotation is less than 360°.

[0067] Inserting the rib 7 into the groove 17 ensures optimal guidance of the cup 3 within the base 2 during positioning. Once the cup 3 is in place within the base 2, it is locked in its operating position and cannot rotate accidentally when the user dispenses product. This complementary function between the cup 3 and the container 1 thus ensures reliable and stable positioning over time.

[0068] Preferably, the pot 1 comprises at least two diametrically opposed rib 7 / groove 17 pairs extending in the same helical direction. Indeed, in Figures 2 and 3, the two diametrically opposed ribs 7 on the cup 3 can be more clearly seen; they are both oriented obliquely, originating at the top right of the cup 3 and ending at the bottom left of the cup 3.

[0069] Thus, when the user inserts the bucket 3 into the base 2, the two ribs 7 simultaneously enter the two corresponding grooves 17. With the same rotational movement by the user, the two ribs 7 travel along the two grooves 17 over a predefined distance depending on the diameter and / or height of the bucket. These two diametrically opposed rib 7 / groove 17 pairs ensure a balanced insertion force for the bucket 3 into the base 2.

[0070] Optionally, there could be 3, 4, 5 (or more) pairs of rib / groove.

[0071] Optionally, before inserting the cup 3, so that the beginning 8 of the rib 7 arrives at the level of the inlet 22 of the groove 17, the pot 1 includes means for pre-positioning the bucket 3 relative to the base 2.

[0072] These pre-positioning means consist of a recess 18, illustrated in Figures 5, 6 and 9, in which the rib 7 is positioned at the beginning of its stroke. There is one recess 18 per groove 17.

[0073] The inlet 22 of the groove 17 opens into this clearance 18. This inlet 22 corresponds to a first end 22 of the groove 17.

[0074] The rib 7 arrives in the clearance 18 and is guided towards the first end 22 of the groove 17 so that it can then be inserted into it.

[0075] This clearance 18 is directly accessible from an upper edge 15 of the base 2.

[0076] This clearance 18 has a V-shaped geometry with two flanks 20, 21 capable of directing the rib 7 towards the lowest point where the groove 17 opens.

[0077] Preferably, the angle between the two sides is less than 170°.

[0078] Preferably, the angle between the two sides is less than 120°.

[0079] Preferably, the angle between the two sides is between 45° and 90°.

[0080] In [Fig.6], it can be seen that this clearance 18 is located in the upper part of the base 2 and is open towards the upper edge 15 of the base 2. Thus, the first end 8 of the rib 7 can directly enter this clearance 18 from the top of the base 2. This first end 8 of the rib 7 then comes into contact with one of the two flanks 20, 21 which directs it by gravity towards the lowest point of the clearance 18 which corresponds to the entrance 22 of the groove 17.

[0081] Preferably, the bucket 3 has a positioning stop 9 limiting its axial penetration within the base 2.

[0082] Indeed, in the present case, the bucket 3 does not rest directly on the bottom 24 of the base 2. The positioning stop 9 consists of an upper external shoulder 9 of the bucket 3 adapted to rest on the upper edge 15 of the base 2. Thus, there may be a space between the bottom 24 of the bucket 3 and the bottom 24 of the base 2.

[0083] On [Fig.7], the shoulder 9 has a double stage, and rests on the upper edge 15 of the base, as well as on an internal circumferential rim 23 of the base 2.

[0084] On [Fig.8] for example, shoulder 9 has only one stage.

[0085] Regardless of the number of floors, this internal rim 23 is discontinuous at the level of the clearances 18 for pre-positioning, so that there is no obstacle when the ribs 7 arrive in the clearances 18.

[0086] Optionally, the pot 1 has means for axially retaining the bucket 3 relative to the base 2 once the bucket 3 has been put into position in the base 2.

[0087] These axial retention means prevent accidental removal of the bucket 3. These axial retention means also prevent the bucket 3 from starting to rotate in the opposite direction when the user takes product and therefore prevent the bucket 3 from coming out relative to the base 2 when using the pot 1.

[0088] These axial retaining means are separate from the positioning stop 9. Indeed, in the prior art, the axial retaining means were located at the level of the collar acting as a positioning stop. However, due to fouling of this area, the axial retaining means could no longer function correctly. It was therefore essential, in the present invention, to provide axial retaining means that are located away from and separate from the positioning stop 9, and in particular located in an area protected from any fouling.

[0089] To achieve this, the said axial restraint means, illustrated in particular in Figures 9 and 10, consist of:

[0090] • a boss 27 located in the groove 17, in the vicinity of a second end 25 of groove 17, and

[0091] • a hollow 7b in rib 7 delimiting a final section 7c of rib 7, the passage of the final section 7c of the rib 7 beyond the boss 27 marking a click of the bucket 3 into the base 2.

[0092] In the example shown, the rib 7 is thus divided into a long main section 7a, and a small final section 7c, of the lug type, spaced apart from the main section 7a. The spacing between the main section 7a and the final section 7c corresponds to the length of the boss 27 in the groove 17, so that the boss 27 is held in position in this recess 7b and that there remains a minimum of functional play between the bucket 3 and the base 2, once the snap-fit ​​has been achieved.

[0093] These axial retention means are thus located in the lower part of the pot and protected from the outside.

[0094] Optionally, the cup 3 has at least two gripping tabs 10 in its upper part, diametrically opposed. In particular, these two gripping tabs 10 are visible in Figures 1 to 3. (Figure 10 shows a variant of the cup 3 without gripping tabs 10.)

[0095] Each gripping tab 10 corresponds specifically to a defined area on the outer peripheral wall 6 of the bucket 3, and is sufficiently large for the user to be able to place at least the tip of a finger on it. In this case, the user can thus hold the bucket 3 by pressing their thumb on the first gripping tab 10 and their index finger on the opposite second gripping tab 10. The user can therefore easily hold the bucket 3 thanks to these two grips.

[0096] Preferably, the upper outer shoulder 9 of the bucket 3 has a bypass zone 11 of these tabs 10, so as to leave them easily accessible.

[0097] Similarly, the base 2 has at least two cutouts 16 in its upper part, diametrically opposed, which thus allow the tabs 10 to appear once the cup 3 is placed in the base 2. The tabs 10 are then accessible through these cutouts 16.

[0098] These cutouts 16 are clearly visible in figures 1, 4, 5 and 6.

[0099] (Fig. 9 shows a basic variant 2 without cutout, compatible with Fig. 10.)

[0100] Preferably, these cutouts 16 have a shape corresponding to the tabs 10 of gripping. This allows in particular the bypass zone 11 of the bucket 3 to come to rest on the upper edge 15 of the cut, and this for each tab 10.

[0101] Thus, the upper outer shoulder 9 of the bucket 3 is always in contact with the upper edge 15 of the base 2, even at the cutouts 16. This allows stable positioning of the bucket 3 in the base 2.

[0102] Preferably, the gripping tabs 10 are oriented a quarter turn relative to the prepositioning means 18. This allows the different elements 10 and 18 to be distributed in a balanced way on the pot 1.

[0103] Preferably, the groove 17 provided in the base 2 extends diagonally from the die engagement 18 of prepositioning up to under the cut 16, which means that it is necessary to make a quarter turn to fix the bucket 3 in the base 2.

[0104] It should be noted that the axial restraint means illustrated in Figures 9 and 10 can be integrated into Figures 1 to 8, as this is an option.

[0105] Similarly, the tabs 10 / cutouts 16 illustrated in figures 1 to 8 can be incorporated into figures 9 and 10, as this is an option.

[0106] Preferably, each bypass zone 11 of a tab 10 has a ramp lia oriented along the direction of the helical movement of the guiding means, and each cutout 16 has an identical ramp 16a oriented along the direction of the helical movement of the guiding means.

[0107] The ramp 16a of the cut 16 is followed by a flat 16b, then by a return 16c.

[0108] Similarly, the ramp 1 of the bypass zone 11 is followed by a flat 11b, then by a return 1.

[0109] At the end of the insertion of the bucket 3 into the base 2, the return 11b of the bypass zone 11 reaches the cutout 16 and slides along the ramp 16a of the cutout 16 until the bypass zone 11 is fully positioned within the cutout 16, ramp 16a on ramp 11a. The bypass zone 11 and the cutout 16 have corresponding shapes so that they are in perfect contact with each other at the end of the insertion of the bucket 3 into the base 2. The ramp 16a of the cutout 16 induces an oblique force within a range of angles that is compatible with the orientation of the rib 7 and the groove 17.

[0110] Optionally, the cup 3 has an upper internal shoulder 26 on which the sealing disc 4 rests, as can be clearly seen in [Fig. 7]. This shoulder 26 extends over the entire circumference of the cup 3.

[0111] Preferably, the base 2 is made of glass, terracotta, concrete, wood, or metal to ensure an aesthetic effect, and bucket 3 is made of aluminum or plastic material.

[0112] The plastic material may be selected from polypropylene (PP), recycled polypropylene (R-PP), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), recycled polyethylene terephthalate (R-PET), a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), polyethylene (PE), such as low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and / or high-density polyethylene (HDPE), a composite material, a post-consumer recycled (PCR) material and / or a similar material. Preferably, it is recycled or non-recycled polypropylene and / or polyethylene terephthalate.

[0113] Thus, advantageously, all the parts, namely the base, the cup and the lid, are made of plastic material chosen from polypropylene and / or polyethylene terephthalate.

[0114] Furthermore, the use of plastic materials, in particular plastic materials Using similar materials throughout the container facilitates recycling. In particular, polypropylene and polyethylene terephthalate are two plastics whose recycling processes are well-established.

[0115] The pot can be made using 3D printing.

[0116] In particular, the base, the cup and the lid can be made by printing 3D. Such a printing process makes it possible to create these parts very freely, featuring patterns and shapes that contribute to the aesthetic appearance of pot 1.

[0117] The configurations shown in the cited figures are only possible examples, by no means limiting, of the invention which on the contrary encompasses variants of forms and designs within the reach of a person skilled in the art.

[0118] .

Claims

Demands

1. A cosmetic product dispenser jar (1) comprising: - a base (2) open at the top; - a cup (3) suitable for containing the product and fitting inside the base (2); - a lid (5) for sealing the jar (1), said jar also comprising means for guiding the cup (3) in the base (2) allowing the cup (3) to be inserted through said top part with a movement, at least partly helical, over a predefined stroke and along a predefined trajectory, said guiding means consisting of at least one rib (7) / groove (17) pair with: - at least one rib (7) belonging to the cup (3) and extending over an external peripheral wall of the cup (3); - at least one groove (17) formed on an internal peripheral wall of the base (2); or - at least one rib (7) belonging to the base (2) and extending over an internal peripheral wall of the base (2);- at least one groove (17) made on an external peripheral wall of the bucket (3); the groove (17) defining said stroke and said trajectory, the rib (7) fitting into the groove (17) on said stroke and said trajectory, the rib (7) and the groove (17) having complementary shapes ensuring compatibility between the bucket (3) and the base (2), characterized in that it comprises means for pre-positioning the bucket (3) relative to the base (2) consisting of, for each pair rib (7) / groove (17), a clearance (18) in which the rib (7) is positioned at the beginning of the stroke, a first end (22) of said groove (17) opening into this clearance (18).;

2. Pot (1) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that it comprises at least two diametrically opposed rib (7) / groove (17) pairs extending in the same helical direction of movement.

3. Pot (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that each groove (17) extends over the entire height of the base (2) or the cup (3).

4. Pot (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said clearance (18) is directly accessible from an end edge of the element, and has a V-shaped geometry with two flanks (20, 21) directing the rib (7) towards the bottom point of the V where the groove (17) opens out.

5. Pot (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the bucket (3) has a positioning stop (9) limiting its axial penetration within the base 2).

6. Pot (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises means for axially retaining the bucket (3) relative to the base (2) once placed in position in the base (2).

7. Pot (1) according to the preceding claim, when it depends on claim 5, characterized in that said axial retaining means are dissociated from the positioning stop (9).

8. Pot (1) according to any one of claims 6 to 7, when it depends on claim 5, characterized in that said axial retaining means are away from the positioning stop (9).

9. Pot (1) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that said axial retention means consist of: - a boss (27) located in the groove (17), in the vicinity of a second end (25) of the groove (17), and - a hollow (7b) in the rib (7) delimiting a final section (7c) of the rib (7), the passage of the final section (7c) of the rib (7) beyond the boss (27) marking a snap-fit ​​of the cup (3) in the base (2).

10. Pot (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the cup (3) has at least two diametrically opposed gripping tabs (10) in the upper part.

11. Pot (1) according to the preceding claim, when it depends on claim 5, characterized in that said upper external shoulder has bypass zones (11) of said gripping tabs (10) so as to leave them accessible.

12. Pot (1) according to any one of claims 10 to 11, characterized in that the base (2) has at least two diametrically opposed cutouts (16) in the upper part, of a shape corresponding to said gripping tabs (10), said gripping tabs (10) being accessible through these cutouts (16) once the cup (3) has been placed in the base (2).

13. Pot (1) according to any one of claims 11 to 12, characterized in that said bypass zone (11) of the tabs (10) each have a ramp (lia) oriented along the direction of the helical movement of the guiding means.

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