Containers for packaging products

Abstract

A container for packaging at least one product, the container comprising: a front wall (110) defining a first foot (115) region at a lower end thereof; a bottom wall (130) connected to a rear wall (120); first and second side walls (150, 160) connected to the rear wall, the bottom wall being disposed between the front and rear walls, thereby defining a receptacle therebetween, and at least one product being at least partially received between the first and second side walls (150, 160); a second foot region (135) attached to the first foot region to form feet extending downwardly from the bottom wall, away from the receptacle; and supports (155, 165) opposite the feet, the container being configured such that when the feet and supports are placed on a horizontal plane, the container is tilted obliquely relative to the horizontal plane.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE The present disclosure relates to containers, and more particularly to containers for packaging at least one product. [Background technology]

[0002] Containers for packaging products are well known in the art. Typically, the container comprises a cardboard card attached to a plastic blister into which the product is placed.

[0003] Plastic blisters can reduce the visibility of the product packaged in the container. Additionally, such containers are generally designed to be hung, which may not be suitable for displaying the product packaged therein on a retail shelf. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] There remains a need to provide a container for packaging at least one product therein that improves visibility of the product packaged therein, restricts movement of the at least one product, and is cost-effective, easy to manufacture, and environmentally friendly. [Means for solving the problem]

[0005] The containers of the present disclosure may provide an environmentally sustainable packaging option. In some embodiments, a container for packaging at least one product includes: a front portion including a front wall defining a first foot region at a lower end thereof; a rear portion including a rear wall and a bottom wall connected to the rear wall; a first side wall connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall; and a second side wall disposed opposite the first side wall and connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall, each of the first side wall and the second side wall being disposed between the front wall and the rear wall such that a receptacle is defined between the first side wall and the second side wall; and the at least one product is disposed between the first side wall and the second side wall. the container is at least partially received between the first and second foot regions and connected to the bottom wall, the first foot region and the second foot region being attached to each other to form feet extending downward from the bottom wall away from the receiver, and the container is provided with a first support and a second support facing the feet, each of the first support and the second support including at least a portion of the first wall and rear wall or the second wall and rear wall, and the container is configured such that when the feet and the plurality of supports are seated on a horizontal plane, the container is inclined obliquely with respect to the horizontal plane.

[0006] In some embodiments, a container for packaging at least one product includes a front portion and a rear portion, the front portion including a front wall defining a first foot region at a lower end thereof, the rear portion including a rear wall and a bottom wall connected to the rear wall, a first side wall connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall, the first side wall connected to a portion including a top end and a bottom end, and a second side wall disposed opposite the first side wall and connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall, the second side wall including a second side connected to the portion including the top end and the bottom end, each of the first side connecting portion and the second side connecting portion being spaced apart from the rear wall and attached to the front wall, each of the first side wall and the second side wall being spaced apart from the first side wall and the second side connecting portion being attached to the front wall, The container is disposed between the front wall and the rear wall to define a receiving portion between the walls, and at least one product is at least partially received between the first side wall and the second side wall, and comprises a second foot region connected to the bottom wall, the second foot region including a first end and an opposing second end, the first end of the second foot region including a first end angle, a lower end of the first lateral connecting portion including a first lower end angle, the first end angle and the first lower end angle being complementary, the first foot region and the second foot region attached to each other to form a foot extending downward from the bottom wall away from the receiving portion, and the container is configured so that when the foot and the plurality of supports are seated on a horizontal plane, the container tilts obliquely with respect to the horizontal plane. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0007] [Figure 1A] 1 is an exploded perspective view of a container for packaging at least one product according to the present disclosure. [Figure 1B] FIG. 1B is a side perspective view of the container of FIG. 1A. [Figure 1C] FIG. 1C is a rear perspective view of the container of FIG. 1B. [Figure 1D] FIG. 1C is a rear view of the container of FIG. 1B. [Figure 1E] FIG. 1C is a front view of the container of FIG. 1B. [Figure 1F] FIG. 1C is a side view of the container of FIG. 1B. [Figure 1G]FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating a portion of the rear portion of a container according to the present disclosure. [Figure 1H] 1 is a schematic diagram showing a container according to the present disclosure having at least one product therein. [Figure 2A] 1 is an exploded perspective view of a container for packaging at least one product according to the present disclosure. [Figure 2B] FIG. 2B is a side perspective view of the container of FIG. 2A. [Figure 2C] FIG. 2C is a rear perspective view of the container of FIG. 2B. [Figure 2D] FIG. 2C is a rear view of the container of FIG. 2B. [Figure 2E] FIG. 2C is a front view of the container of FIG. 2B. [Figure 2F] FIG. 2C is a side view of the container of FIG. 2B. [Figure 3A] 1 is an exploded perspective view of a container for packaging at least one product according to the present disclosure. [Figure 3B] FIG. 3B is a side perspective view of the container of FIG. 3A. [Figure 3C] FIG. 3C is a rear perspective view of the container of FIG. 3B. [Figure 3D] FIG. 3C is a rear view of the container of FIG. 3B. [Figure 3E] FIG. 3C is a front view of the container of FIG. 3B. [Figure 3F] FIG. 3C is a side view of the container of FIG. 3B. [Figure 4] 1 is an exploded perspective view of a container for packaging four products according to the present disclosure. FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0008] A container for packaging according to the present disclosure contains at least one product. The container may be designed to package multiple products. In other words, the container may be utilized to package more than one product.

[0009] The container has a front portion and a rear portion. The front portion has a front wall defining a first foot region at a lower end thereof. The rear portion has a rear wall, a bottom wall connected to the rear wall, and a second foot region connected to the bottom wall. The front wall, rear wall, and bottom wall at least partially define a receptacle therebetween. At least one product is at least partially received within the receptacle.

[0010] A portion of at least one product may also be positioned outside the front wall through a front cutout in the front wall. The front wall may include one or more front cutouts. The use of a front cutout can result in savings in the amount of material used in the container as well as the amount of colorant used in the container to create a depiction of the product. That said, there is a balance to be achieved. While it is beneficial for consumers to be able to easily view the product within the container, if too much of the product is exposed, this can facilitate theft of the product from the package. However, the inventors have found that 50 percent or more, 70 percent or more, 80 percent or more, or 90 percent or more of the surface of the product within the container may be visible through the front cutout, including all values ​​within these ranges and any ranges formed thereby, and still maintain a theft deterrent effect. For example, the front cutout may be such that about 50 percent to about 98 percent, about 60 percent to about 97 percent, about 70 percent to about 96 percent, or about 80 percent to about 96 percent of one side of the product within the container is visible, including all values ​​within these ranges and any ranges formed thereby.

[0011] In other configurations, particularly where there are additional concerns about theft, artwork may be utilized to show the items within the container rather than revealing 50% or more of the product, in which case the product may be completely or at least substantially enclosed within the container.

[0012] Similarly, the rear wall may include one or more rear cutouts that expose a portion of at least one product received within the receptacle. Each of the one or more rear cutouts may have a smaller surface area than each of the front cutouts. Also, the one or more rear cutouts may collectively comprise a smaller surface area than each of the front cutouts or their cumulative surface areas. In these configurations that include two or more rear cutouts, the rear cutouts may be arranged side-by-side, one above the other, or a combination thereof.

[0013] The first foot region and the second foot region are attached to one another to form a foot that extends downward from the bottom wall, away from the receptacle, such that when the foot and bottom wall are seated on a horizontal surface (e.g., a retail shelf), the container tilts obliquely relative to the horizontal surface.

[0014] In other words, the feet allow the container to tilt slightly backward when seated on a horizontal surface, allowing for a better view of the front wall of the container and at least one product packaged therein. Thus, the container can improve the visibility of at least one product packaged therein. The front and / or rear walls may define one or more apertures extending therethrough so that the container can alternatively be hung. The feet may be substantially perpendicular to the bottom wall. Alternatively, the feet may be inclined at an angle relative to the bottom wall. The feet may be designed based on the desired angle of inclination of the container relative to the horizontal surface.

[0015] The inclination of the container may allow consumers to more easily view the front wall of the container, especially when the container is positioned below the consumer's eye level. It is worth noting that different levels of inclination may be desirable when positioned at eye level. In other words, if the degree of inclination (from a horizontal surface) is too great to accommodate the container's position below eye level, the same package may be substantially less attractive when at eye level. Further complicating matters is the fact that these containers may occupy different heights on different shelves, i.e., in different retail establishments. However, the inventors have found that the inclination angle of the front wall of the container of the present disclosure relative to a horizontal surface may be about 60 degrees to about 90 degrees, more preferably about 65 degrees to about 85 degrees, even more preferably about 75 degrees to about 82 degrees, or most preferably about 77 degrees to about 79 degrees, specifically including all values ​​within these ranges and any ranges formed thereby. In some examples, the inclination angle may be about 78 degrees. These aforementioned angles can accommodate shelves positioned at eye level, above eye level, or below eye level, and still allow the consumer to easily view the product(s) within the package, as well as information related to the product(s) on the front portion.

[0016] The bottom wall can protect the at least one product from direct contact with a surface, such as a horizontal surface, if the container is accidentally dropped. Furthermore, the container can secure the at least one product packaged therein and restrain movement of the at least one product. Thus, the container can prevent damage to the at least one product during transportation and / or handling of the at least one product, and can further prevent theft of the at least one product from the container. Thus, the container can be suitable for shipping the at least one product to a retail store and for displaying the at least one product to consumers at the retail store.

[0017] In addition to the bottom wall, containers according to the present disclosure may include supports extending from the bottom wall. For example, containers according to the present disclosure may include a pair of outermost supports extending from the bottom wall and spaced apart from each other. Each of the pair of outermost supports may face the foot and extend from at least a portion of the first wall and the rear wall or the second wall and the rear wall. Containers containing two or more products may include a support extending only from the rear wall.

[0018] One of the pair of outermost supports may have a portion extending from the first side wall and a portion extending from the rear side wall, and the other of the pair of outermost supports may have a portion extending from the second side wall and a portion extending from the rear side wall. The outermost supports may have the same length and width and be symmetrical to one another. Additional supports may be disposed between the outermost supports and evenly spaced therebetween. For example, in a container containing two products, the inner support may have a centerline extending and / or projecting between the two products.

[0019] In the case of a container having three products, two internal supports extending from the rear wall may be positioned between the outermost supports. Each of the two internal supports may have a centerline that extends and / or protrudes between two adjacent products within the container. These internal supports may be symmetrical in height and width and evenly spaced from the outermost supports. Additionally, these internal supports may be spaced apart from one another. Alternatively, a single internal support may be utilized that has a centerline in a vertical plane that also includes the centerline of the centrally located product in the package.

[0020] For containers with four (or more) products, three or more internal supports extending from the rear wall may be positioned between the outermost supports. Each of the internal supports may have a centerline that extends and / or projects between two adjacent products within the container. The internal supports may be symmetrical in their height and width and evenly spaced from the outermost support. Additionally, these internal supports may be spaced apart from one another.

[0021] Regarding theft prevention, as described above, a portion of the at least one product may be disposed outside the front wall. A portion of the at least one product disposed outside the front wall may be beneficial to consumers because it may be easier for consumers to view a product at least partially disposed within the container. To reduce the possibility of theft, the front wall may include a barrier that covers at least a portion of the at least one product. For example, the barrier may cover a top portion of the at least one product. As yet another example, the barrier may cover a bottom portion of the at least one product. As yet another example, the barrier may be disposed around the at least one product and cover a substantial portion of the product.

[0022] The first foot region may be substantially coextensive in area with the second foot region. In other words, the first foot region may substantially overlap the second foot region when attached to the second foot region. Alternatively, the first foot region may be greater in length and width than the second foot region, or vice versa. Similarly, the front wall, rear wall, bottom wall, and second foot region may be substantially coextensive in length with one another.

[0023] The container may further include a collar at least partially received within the receptacle. The collar may include a front portion at least partially engaging the front wall, a rear portion at least partially engaging the rear wall, a support portion disposed between and connected to the front and rear portions, and a collar foot extending from the front portion opposite the support portion and at least partially secured between the first and second foot regions. The collar may define at least one collar cutout extending therethrough. The support portion of the collar may include at least two support arms extending between the front and rear walls and at least partially defining the at least one collar cutout therebetween. At least one product may be received through the at least one collar cutout such that the at least two support arms of the support portion engage the at least one product.

[0024] The collar can further restrain at least one product packaged within the container. Specifically, at least two support arms of the support portion can engage with the at least one product to restrain vertical movement of the at least one product packaged within the container. The collar can further increase the stability of the at least one product packaged within the container. Thus, a container including the collar can provide improved theft prevention and further reduce damage that may be caused during transportation and / or handling of the at least one product.

[0025] The collar foot portion may include a plurality of rectangular sections extending from the front portion and spaced apart from one another, which may provide sufficient area for fixation between the first and second foot regions while reducing the amount of material required to manufacture the collar.

[0026] The container may further include a first sidewall connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall, and a second sidewall disposed opposite the first sidewall and connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall. Each of the first sidewall and the second sidewall may be disposed between the front wall and the rear wall such that a receptacle is defined between the first sidewall and the second sidewall. At least one product may be at least partially received between the first sidewall and the second sidewall. Each of the twelfth sidewall and the second sidewall may extend substantially perpendicular to the rear wall and the bottom wall.

[0027] The container may further include a first side connection portion connected to the first side wall and a second side connection portion connected to the second side wall. Each of the first side connection portion and the second side connection portion may be spaced apart from the rear wall and attached to the front wall. The container may further include a top wall disposed opposite the bottom wall and connected to the rear wall, the first side wall, and the second side wall, and an upper connection portion connected to the top wall. The upper connection portion may be attached to the front wall.

[0028] The front wall, rear wall, bottom wall, first side wall, second side wall, and top wall substantially enclose at least one product packaged within the container, thereby securing the at least one product within a receptacle defined between the first and second side walls.

[0029] As previously mentioned, the front wall may include at least one front cutout extending therethrough. The at least one front cutout may at least partially receive at least one product therein. Additionally, the rear wall may define at least one rear cutout extending therethrough and at least partially aligned with the at least one front cutout. The front wall may further include at least one partially circular portion extending within the at least one front cutout.

[0030] The at least one front cutout can improve visibility of the at least one product packaged within the container. The at least one partially circular portion can be used to promote one or more features of the at least one product. For example, the at least one circular portion can be used to advertise the scent of the at least one product using a scratch-and-sniff technique.

[0031] The front and rear regions may be integral. For example, the front wall, rear wall, bottom wall, and second foot region may form a single, integral component, with the second foot region foldably connected to the lower end of the front wall. Additionally, each of the first side wall, second side wall, bottom wall, and top wall may be foldably connected to the rear wall. The first and second lateral connecting portions may also be foldably connected to the first and second side walls, respectively. In contrast, the front and rear regions may be formed by separate components. For example, the front portion may include a first material and the rear portion may include a second material, with the first and second materials being separate. Similarly, the second foot region may be separate from the bottom wall. The first side wall, second side wall, bottom wall, and top wall, or any combination thereof, may be separate from the rear wall. Reducing the number of individual components in the containers of the present disclosure may be beneficial to minimize manufacturing complexity.

[0032] Whether a single, integral component or multiple separate components are utilized, the containers of the present disclosure may be made from carton board. In some examples, the carton board may have a thickness of about 0.3 millimeters (mm) to about 0.7 mm, including all values ​​within these ranges and any ranges formed thereby. In some examples, the carton board may have a thickness of about 0.5588 mm or 22 point or mil. Thus, the container may be made from carton board and be substantially free of plastic (e.g., any plastic blisters). For example, the plastic content of the container may be less than about 5% by weight of the container, less than about 3% by weight of the container, or less than about 1% by weight of the container, including all values ​​within these ranges and any ranges formed thereby. In such a configuration, the containers of the present disclosure may be recycled through paper / cardboard / carton board recycling streams.

[0033] In some configurations, the container of the present disclosure may comprise a thin plastic film, such as polyethylene. During sealing of the container, the plastic film may be utilized to bond the container parts together via heat sealing. The film may be plastic or may comprise a polymeric material. In one example, the film may comprise a polyolefin, such as polyethylene, polypropylene, or a combination thereof.

[0034] Alternatively, or in addition, adhesives that are readily soluble or dispersible in paper recycling streams may be utilized. For example, adhesives that can be dissolved in water during the recycling process may be particularly suitable for the package closures of the present disclosure. Such adhesives include starch-based adhesives, polyvinyl alcohol-based adhesives, and polyethylene oxide-based adhesives. One suitable example of a starch-based adhesive is available from LD Davis, located in Monroe, North Carolina, under the trade name AP0420CR. One suitable example of a polyvinyl alcohol-based adhesive is available from Sekisui Chemical Co., located in Osaka, Japan, under the trade name Selvol 205. One suitable example of a polyethylene oxide-based adhesive is available from Dow Chemicals Co., located in Midland, Michigan, under the trade name WSR N-80.

[0035] If the adhesive is not water-soluble, a water-dispersible adhesive may also be used. Suitable examples of water-dispersible adhesives include thermoplastic elastomer adhesives and polyvinyl acetate adhesives. One suitable example of a thermoplastic elastomer adhesive is available from Actega, located in Blue Ash, Ohio, under the trade name Yunico 491. One suitable example of a polyvinyl acetate adhesive is available from Bostik, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, under the trade name Aquagrip 4419U01.

[0036] Any suitable pressure-sensitive adhesive may be utilized as well. One suitable example of a pressure-sensitive adhesive is that sold under the trade name FP2154 by Formulated Polymer Products Ltd. (Bury, Lancashire, England). As a specific example, the access seal may include a pressure-sensitive adhesive.

[0037] Without wishing to be bound by theory, it is believed that containers of the present disclosure utilizing water-soluble adhesives may contain a higher weight percentage of such adhesive than adhesives that are only water-dispersible. For example, a container containing a water-soluble adhesive may contain a first weight percentage of adhesive, and a package containing a water-dispersible adhesive may contain a second weight percentage of adhesive. It is believed that the first weight percentage may be greater than the second weight percentage for purposes of recycling the packaging material.

[0038] In the following description, the at least one product may be a consumer product, including but not limited to an air freshener refill / cartridge for a dispenser, an air freshener dispenser, a single-use air freshener product, or a combination thereof.

[0039] 1A-1C show an exploded perspective view, a side perspective view, and a rear view, respectively, of a container 100 for packaging at least one product according to the present disclosure. As shown, the container 100 comprises a front portion 10 and a rear portion 20. The front portion 10 comprises a front wall 110 having an upper end 110A and a lower end 110B opposite the upper end 110A. The rear portion 20 comprises a rear wall 120 and a bottom wall 130 connected to the rear wall 120. The rear portion 20 may further comprise a first side wall 150 connected to the rear wall 120 and the bottom wall 130, and a second side wall 160 disposed opposite the first side wall 150 and connected to the rear wall 120 and the bottom wall 130. Each of the first and second side walls 150, 160 may extend substantially perpendicular to the rear wall 120 and the bottom wall 130. The rear portion 20 may further include an upper wall 140 disposed opposite the bottom wall 130 and connected to the rear wall 120, the first side wall 150, and the second side wall 160. The rear portion 20 may further include an upper connecting portion 142 connected to the upper wall 140, a first side connecting portion 152 connected to the first side wall 150, and a second side connecting portion 162 connected to the second side wall 160.

[0040] The front wall 110 may define an aperture 119 extending therethrough. The aperture 119 may be defined proximate an upper end 110A of the front wall 110. The front wall 110 may further define at least one front cutout 112 extending therethrough. Additionally, the rear wall 120 may define at least one rear cutout extending therethrough and at least partially aligned with the at least one front cutout 112. The front wall 110 may further include at least one partially circular portion extending within the at least one front cutout 112.

[0041] The front wall 110 defines a first foot region 115 at its lower end 110B. In other words, the first foot region 115 is defined at the lower end 110B of the front wall 110. The first foot region 115 is defined by the intersection of the bottom wall 130 and the front wall 110. The container 100 further includes a second foot region 135 that may be foldably connected to the bottom wall 130. The second foot region 135 may extend downward from the bottom wall 130 or may be substantially perpendicular to the bottom wall 130.

[0042] As shown, the second foot region 135 may include a first end 135A and a second end 135B. The upper connecting portion 142 may similarly include a first end 142A and a second end 142B. The first lateral connecting portion 152 may also include an upper end 152A and a lower end 152B. Similarly, the second lateral connecting portion 162 may also include an upper end 162A and a lower end 162B. As shown, the first end 135A and the second end 135B are generally perpendicular to the horizontal plane. However, the inventors surprisingly discovered that such a configuration of the first end 135A and the second end 135B can be difficult to manage, especially in high-speed manufacturing processes, especially when the front and rear walls include separate components. For example, in such a configuration, given that first end 135A and second end 135B do not have stoppers, so to speak, attachment of second foot region 135 to front wall 110 may have some variability. However, first end 135A and second end 135B may be configured to engage lower end 152B of first side connecting portion 152 and lower end 162B of second side connecting portion 162, respectively. In such a configuration, given that first end 135A and second end 135B engage lower end 152B and 162B, respectively, attachment of second foot region 135 to front wall 110 has less variability. This results in a container with a more uniform appearance that is more appealing to consumers.

[0043] 1A and 1G, engagement of first end 135A and second end 135B with bottom end 152B and bottom end 162B may be adapted to provide abutment between second foot region 135 and first lateral connection portion 152 and between second foot region 135 and second lateral connection portion 162, respectively. For example, the desired abutment between second foot region 135 and first lateral connection portion 152 can be achieved by forming first end 135A and bottom end 152B at complementary angles to one another. Similarly, second end 135B and bottom end 162B of second lateral connection portion 162 may be formed at complementary angles to one another. In such a configuration, first end 135A and second end 135B may be at a first angle 137 with respect to horizontal plane 50. Similarly, each of bottom ends 152B and 162B may be at a second angle 157 with respect to horizontal plane 50. First angle 137 may be greater than, less than, or equal to second angle 157. As an example, if a cumulative value of first angle 137 and second angle 157 is desired to be approximately 90 degrees, first angle 137 and second angle 157 may be approximately 45 degrees. Any suitable angle may be utilized to form engagement between first end 135A and bottom end 152B, and between second end 135B and bottom end 162B. For example, complementary angles may include angles from approximately 1 degree and approximately 89 degrees to approximately 89 degrees and approximately 1 degree, specifically including any value within these ranges and any range created thereby.

[0044] The above is applicable when the sum of the first angle and the second angle is approximately 90 degrees. However, the same principles can be applied when the cumulative value of the first angle and the second angle totals more than 90 degrees. The first and second angles may be complementary to each other to achieve the desired cumulative angle. As an example, if the desired cumulative angle is 150 degrees, the first and second angles may be configured in any suitable manner to complement each other to achieve the desired cumulative angle. The desired cumulative angle may be any suitable angle less than 180 degrees. Again, when ends 135A and 135B are configured to abut ends 152B and 162B, respectively, a mechanical stop may be formed that provides greater uniformity during container assembly.

[0045] The first and second ends 142A, 142B of the upper connecting portion 142 may be configured similarly to the first and second ends 135A, 135B of the second leg. Additionally, the upper ends 152A, 162A may be configured similarly to the lower ends 152B, 162B.

[0046] 1A-1C, the upper connecting portion 142 may be attached to the front wall 110. Each of the first and second lateral connecting portions 152, 162 may be spaced apart from the rear wall 120 and attached to the front wall 110. Additionally, the first foot region 115 and the second foot region 135 may be attached to one another. The first foot region 115 and the second foot region 135 may be attached to one another directly or indirectly. The upper connecting portion 142 and the first and second lateral connecting portions 152, 162 may be attached to the front wall 110, and the first foot region 115 and the second foot region 135 may be attached to one another by any suitable attachment means, such as an adhesive. Suitable adhesives are disclosed herein.

[0047] The front wall 110, the rear wall 120, and the bottom wall 130 at least partially define a receptacle 175 therebetween. The front wall 110, the rear wall 120, and the bottom wall 130 may have suitable dimensions such that the container 175 may be configured to at least partially receive at least one product therein. Furthermore, each of the first side wall 150 and the second side wall 160 may be disposed between the front wall 110 and the rear wall 120 such that the receptacle 175 is further defined between the first side wall 150 and the second side wall 160. Thus, the at least one product at least partially received within the receptacle 175 may be disposed between the first side wall 150 and the second side wall 160.

[0048] Additionally, first foot region 115 and second foot region 135 are attached to one another to form foot 170 that extends downward from bottom wall 130 in a direction away from receptacle 175. Foot 170 may be substantially perpendicular to bottom wall 130. Alternatively, foot 170 may be angled at an angle relative to bottom wall 130.

[0049] 1D and 1E show front and back views, respectively, of the container 100. The first foot region 115 has a first length 115L1 and a first width 115W1. Additionally, the second foot region 135 has a second length 135L1 and a second width 135W1. In some embodiments, the first length 115L1 may be greater than the second length 135L1, and the first width 115W1 may be greater than the second width 135W1. In other words, the first foot region 115 may be greater in length and width than the second foot region 135. Alternatively, the first length 115L1 may be substantially equal to the second length 135L1, and the first width 115W1 may be substantially equal to the second width 135W1. In other words, the first foot region 115 may be substantially equal to the second foot region 135 in length and width. Additionally, second width 135W1 may be greater than first width 115W1, particularly in configurations where first end 135A and second end 135B are angled. In such configurations, it may be preferable for first width 115W1 and second width 135W1 to be equal to one another.

[0050] FIG. 1F shows a side view of the container 100 seated on a horizontal surface 50. The feet 170 extend downward from the bottom wall 130 (shown in FIG. 1B) away from the receptacle 175 (shown in FIG. 1B), such that when the feet 170 and bottom wall 130 are seated on the horizontal surface 50, the container 100 is tilted obliquely relative to the horizontal surface 50. When seated thereon, the container 100 may form a first tilt angle α1 with respect to the horizontal plane 50. In some embodiments, the first angle α1 may be between about 60 degrees and about 90 degrees, more preferably between about 65 degrees and about 85 degrees, most preferably between about 75 degrees and about 82 degrees, or even more preferably between about 77 degrees and 79 degrees, including all values ​​within these ranges and any ranges formed thereby. In some embodiments, the first tilt angle α1 may be about 78 degrees.

[0051] 1A-1H, as previously discussed, at least one product 12 is at least partially received within receptacle 175. The at least one product may be interchangeably referred to as "the first product."

[0052] The feet 170 allow the container 100 to tilt at an angle relative to any flat surface, such as a retail shelf, thereby making the front wall 110 of the container 100 and the at least one product 12 more visible to consumers. In other words, the feet 170 allow the container 100 to tilt backward when placed on any flat surface, thereby improving the visibility of the at least one product 12 through the at least one front cutout 112 (shown in FIG. 1A ). Alternatively, the aperture 119 may be utilized to hang the container 100 and display the at least one product 12.

[0053] At least one product 12 may be at least partially received between the first sidewall 150 and the second sidewall 160. In other words, the at least one product 12 may be at least partially received within the receiver 175 between the first sidewall 150 and the second sidewall 160. In some embodiments, the at least one front cutout 112 may at least partially receive the at least one product therein.

[0054] The bottom wall 130 of the container 100 can protect the at least one product 12 from direct contact with a surface, such as the horizontal plane 50, if the container 100 is accidentally dropped. Furthermore, the container 100 can secure the at least one product 12 packaged therein and restrain movement of the at least one product. Thus, the container 100 can prevent damage to the at least one product 12 during transportation and / or handling of the at least one product 12, and can further prevent theft of the at least one product 12 from the container 100. Thus, the container 100 can be suitable for shipping the at least one product 12 to a retail store and for displaying the at least one product to consumers at the retail store.

[0055] As an additional means of protection for at least one product 12 within container 100, container 100 may include first and second supports 155 and 165, respectively. First support 155 may have a portion extending from first side wall 150 and a portion extending from rear side wall 120. Similarly, second support 165 may have a portion extending from second side wall 160 and a portion extending from rear side wall 120. First support 155 and second support 165 may each extend from bottom surface 130 such that bottom surface 130 is spaced apart from horizontal plane 50 when container 100 is placed on the horizontal plane. While the portions of the supports may be separate, it is believed that the integral structure of these supports provides additional stability and rigidity to supports 155 and 165.

[0056] The container of the present disclosure may further include at least one partially circular portion that can be utilized to present one or more features of the at least one product. In some embodiments, a scratch-and-sniff technique may be used to advertise the scent of the at least one product. Specifically, the at least one partially circular portion may include a scented coating disposed thereon. Alternatively, a sticker including the scented coating may be disposed on the at least one partially circular portion. The scented coating may correspond to the scent of the at least one product, thereby allowing the scent of the at least one product to be smelled by the consumer.

[0057] Additionally, the container 100 may be made entirely of carton board and may be substantially plastic-free. The container 100 may be environmentally friendly and promote environmental sustainability.

[0058] 2A and 2B show exploded and perspective views, respectively, of a container 200 for packaging at least one product according to the present disclosure. Container 200 is similar to container 100 of FIGS. 1A and 1B, with like elements designated by like reference numerals. However, container 200 has a different design than container 100 and is suitable for packaging multiple products.

[0059] Specifically, the at least one front cutout 112 of the container 200 may include a first front cutout 112A and a second front cutout 112B spaced apart from the first front cutout 112A. The first front cutout 112A may be spaced apart and at least partially separated from the second front cutout 112B by a first front dividing wall 113A extending therebetween. Similar to the container 100, the container 200 may further include at least one partially circular portion extending into each of the first front cutout 112A and the second front cutout 112B. Alternatively, the first front cutout 112A and the second front cutout 112B may have respective partially circular portions extending therein.

[0060] Furthermore, the rear wall 120 of the container 200 may include at least one rear cutout. For example, the rear wall 120 may include a first rear cutout and a second rear cutout spaced apart from one another. The first rear cutout may be spaced apart and separated from the second rear cutout by a first rear dividing wall extending therebetween. The first rear cutout and the second rear cutout may be at least partially aligned with the first front cutout 112A and the second front cutout 112B, respectively. It is worth noting that additional rear cutouts may exist below the first rear cutout and the second rear cutout. Furthermore, the first front dividing wall 113A may be at least partially aligned with the first rear dividing wall.

[0061] 2B, the front wall 110, the rear wall 120, and the bottom wall 130 at least partially define a receptacle 175 therebetween, which can at least partially receive a plurality of products therein. Specifically, the receptacle 175 of the container 200 can at least partially receive two of the plurality of products therein.

[0062] 2A-2C, it is worth noting that the first and second ends 135A, 135B of the second foot region 135, the first and second ends 142A, 142B of the upper connecting portion 142, the upper and lower ends 152A, 152B of the first lateral connecting portion 152, and the upper and lower ends 162A, 162B of the second lateral connecting portion 162A may be configured as described herein with respect to FIGS. 1A-1F. In such a configuration, attachment of the second foot region 135 to the front wall 110 has less variability, given that the first and second ends 135A, 135B engage with the lower ends 152B, 162B.

[0063] 2D and 2E show front and back views, respectively, of container 200. First foot region 115 of container 200 has a first length 115L2 and a first width 115W2. Additionally, second foot region 135 of container 200 has a second length 135L2 and a second width 135W2. In some embodiments, first length 115L2 may be greater than second length 135L2, and first width 115W2 may be greater than second width 135W2. In other words, in some embodiments, first foot region 115 may be greater in length and width than second foot region 135. Alternatively, first length 115L2 may be equal to second length 135L2, and first width 115W2 may be equal to second width 135W2. In other words, first foot region 115 may be substantially equal in length and width to second foot region 135. Additionally, second width 135W1 may be greater than first width 115W1, particularly in configurations where first end 135A and second end 135B are angled. In such configurations, it may be preferable for first width 115W1 and second width 135W1 to be equal to one another.

[0064] FIG. 2F shows a side view of the container 200 seated on a horizontal surface 50. The foot 170 of the container 200 extends downward from the bottom wall 130 in a direction away from the receptacle 175 (shown in FIG. 2B ), such that when the foot 170 and bottom wall 130 are seated on the horizontal surface 50, the container 200 is tilted obliquely relative to the horizontal surface 50. When seated on the horizontal surface 50, the container 200 may form a second tilt angle α2 with respect to the surface 50. In some embodiments, the second tilt angle α2 may be between about 60 degrees and about 90 degrees, or preferably between about 65 degrees and about 85 degrees, most preferably between about 75 degrees and about 82 degrees, and even more preferably between about 77 degrees and 79 degrees, including all values ​​within these ranges and any ranges formed thereby. In some embodiments, the second tilt angle α2 may be between about 72 degrees and about 73.6 degrees. In some embodiments, the second tilt angle α2 may be approximately 72.8 degrees.

[0065] The feet 170 allow the container 200 to tilt at an angle relative to any flat surface, such as a retail shelf, thereby making the front wall 110 of the container 200 and the first and second products within the container 200 more visible. In other words, the feet 170 allow the container 200 to tilt backward when placed on any horizontal surface, thereby improving the visibility of the first and second products through the first and second front cutouts 112a and 112b, respectively. Alternatively, the apertures 119 may be utilized to hang the container 200 to display the first and second products.

[0066] 2A-2F, the first product and the second product may be at least partially received between the first side wall 150 and the second side wall 160. In other words, the first product and the second product may be at least partially received in a receiving portion 175 between the first side wall 150 and the second side wall 160. The first front cutout 112a may at least partially receive the first product therein, and the second front cutout 112b may at least partially receive the second product therein.

[0067] The bottom wall 130 of the container 200 can protect the first product and the second product from direct contact with a surface, such as the horizontal plane 50, if the container 200 is accidentally dropped. Furthermore, the container 200 can secure the first product and the second product packaged therein and restrain movement of the first product and the second product. Thus, the container 200 can prevent damage to the first product and the second product during shipping and / or handling of the first product and the second product, and can further prevent theft of the first product and the second product from the container 200. Thus, the container 200 may be suitable for shipping the first product and the second product to a retail store and displaying the first product and the second product to consumers at the retail store.

[0068] 2C , in addition to the first support 155 and the second support 165 as described above with respect to container 100, container 200 may include a third support 125. The third support may comprise a portion of rear wall 120. Because container 200 may carry multiple products, third support 125 may provide additional protection for the multiple products in the event of an accidental drop of container 200. Third support 125 may extend from bottom surface 130 such that bottom surface 130 is spaced apart from the horizontal plane when container 200 is on the horizontal plane.

[0069] Additionally, at least one partially circular portion may be utilized to advertise one or more features of the first product and the second product. In some embodiments, a scratch-and-sniff technique may be used to advertise the scent of the first product and the second product. Specifically, at least one partially circular portion may include a scented coating disposed thereon. Alternatively, a sticker including a scented coating may be disposed on at least one partially circular portion. In some cases, when the first product and the second product each have the same scent, the scented coating may correspond to the same scent of the first product and the second product, thereby enabling the same scent of the first product and the second product to be smelled by the consumer. In some other cases, when the first product and the second product have different scents, the container 200 may include two partially circular portions extending within the first front cutout 112A and the second front cutout 112B, respectively. The two part-circular portions may include different scented coatings disposed thereon that correspond to the different scents of the first product and the second product, thereby allowing the different scents of the first product and the second product to be smelled by the consumer.

[0070] Additionally, the container 200 may be made entirely of carton board and may be substantially plastic-free. The container 200 may be environmentally friendly and promote environmental sustainability.

[0071] 3A and 3B show exploded and perspective views, respectively, of a container 300 for packaging at least one product according to the present invention. Container 300 is similar to container 100 and container 200 of FIGS. 1A and 1B, respectively, with like elements designated by like reference numerals. However, container 300 has a different design than container 100 and is suitable for packaging multiple products.

[0072] Specifically, the at least one front cutout 112 of the container 300 may include a first front cutout 112A, a second front cutout 112B, and a third front cutout 112C spaced apart from each of the first front cutout 112A and the second front cutout 112B. The first and second front cutouts 112A, 112B may be separated by a first front dividing wall 113A. The third front cutout 112C may be spaced apart and separated from the second front cutout 112B by a second front dividing wall 113B extending therebetween. The container 300 may further include at least one partially circular portion that may extend into the second front cutout 112B. Alternatively, the first front cutout 112A, the second front cutout 112B, and the third front cutout 112C may have respective partially circular portions extending therein.

[0073] Furthermore, the container 300 may further include at least one rear cutout. For example, the container 300 may include a first rear cutout, a second rear cutout, and a third rear cutout spaced apart from each of the first and second rear cutouts. The first and second rear cutouts may be separated by a first rear dividing wall. The third rear cutout may be spaced apart and separated from the second rear cutout by a second rear dividing wall extending therebetween. The first rear cutout, the second rear cutout, and the third rear cutout may be at least partially aligned with the first front cutout 112A, the second front cutout 112B, and the third front cutout 112C, respectively. Furthermore, the first front dividing wall 113A may be at least partially aligned with the first rear dividing wall, and the second front dividing wall 113B may be at least partially aligned with the second rear dividing wall.

[0074] It is worth noting that additional rear cutouts may be provided, for example, below the first rear cutout, below the second rear cutout and / or below the third rear cutout.

[0075] 3B, the front wall 110, the rear wall 120, and the bottom wall 130 at least partially define a receptacle 175 therebetween, which can at least partially receive multiple products therein. Specifically, the receptacle 175 of the container 300 can at least partially receive three products therein. For example, a first product, a second product, and a third product can be at least partially received within the receptacle 175.

[0076] It is worth noting that the first end 135A and second end 135B of the second foot region 135, the first end 142A and second end 142B of the upper connecting portion 142, the upper end 152A and lower end 152B of the first lateral connecting portion 152, and the upper end 162A and lower end 162B of the second lateral connecting portion 162A may be configured as described herein with respect to Figures 1A-1F. In such a configuration, attachment of the second foot region 135 to the front wall 110 has less variability, given that the first end 135A and second end 135B engage with the lower end 152B and 162B.

[0077] 3D and 3E show front and back views, respectively, of container 300. First foot region 115 of container 300 has a first length 115L3 and a first width 115W3. Additionally, second foot region 135 of container 300 has a second length 135L3 and a second width 135W3. In some embodiments, first length 115L3 may be greater than second length 135L3, and first width 115W3 may be greater than second width 135W3. In other words, in some embodiments, first foot region 115 may be greater in length and width than second foot region 135. Alternatively, first length 115L3 may be equal to second length 135L3, and first width 115W3 may be equal to second width 135W3. In other words, first foot region 115 may alternatively be substantially equal in length and width to second foot region 135. Additionally, second width 135W1 may be greater than first width 115W1, particularly in configurations in which first end 135A and second end 135B are angled. In such configurations, it may be preferable for first width 115W1 and second width 135W1 to be equal to one another.

[0078] 3F shows a side view of the container 300 seated on a horizontal plane 50. The feet 170 of the container 300 extend downward from the bottom wall 130 in a direction away from the receptacle 175 (shown in FIG. 3B ), such that when the feet 170 and bottom wall 130 are seated on the horizontal plane 50, the container 300 is tilted obliquely relative to the horizontal plane 50. When seated on the horizontal plane 50, the container 300 may form a third tilt angle α3 with respect to the horizontal plane 50. When seated on the horizontal plane 50, the container 300 may form a third tilt angle α3 with respect to the horizontal plane 50. In some embodiments, the third tilt angle α3 may be about 60 degrees to about 90 degrees, more preferably about 65 degrees to about 85 degrees, most preferably about 75 degrees to about 82 degrees, or even more preferably about 77 degrees to 79 degrees, including all values ​​within these ranges and any ranges formed thereby. In some embodiments, the third tilt angle α3 may be about 78 degrees.

[0079] The feet 170 allow the container 300 to tilt diagonally relative to any flat surface, such as a retail shelf, thereby making the front wall 110 of the container 300 and the first, second, and third products more visible. In other words, the feet 170 allow the container 300 to tilt backward when placed on any horizontal surface, thereby improving the visibility of the first, second, and third products through the first front cutout 112A, the second front cutout 112B, and the third front cutout 112C, respectively. Alternatively, the apertures 119 may be utilized to hang the container 300 and display the first, second, and third products.

[0080] 3A-3F, the first product, the second product, and the third product may be at least partially received between the first sidewall 150 and the second sidewall 160. In other words, the first product, the second product, and the third product may be at least partially received within the receiver 175 between the first sidewall 150 and the second sidewall 160. In some embodiments, the first front cutout 112A may at least partially receive the first product therein, the second front cutout 112B may at least partially receive the second product therein, and the third front cutout 112C may at least partially receive the third product therein.

[0081] The bottom wall 130 of the container 300 can protect the first product, the second product, and the third product from direct contact with a surface, such as a horizontal plane 50, if the container 300 is accidentally dropped. Furthermore, the container 300 can secure the first product, the second product, and the third product packaged therein and restrain movement of the first product, the second product, and the third product. Therefore, the container 300 can prevent damage to the first product, the second product, and the third product during shipping and / or handling of the first product, the second product, and the third product, and further can prevent theft of the first product, the second product, and the third product from the container 300. Therefore, the container 300 may be suitable for shipping the first product, the second product, and the third product to a retail store and displaying the first product, the second product, and the third product to consumers at the retail store.

[0082] 3C , in addition to first support 155 and second support 165 as described above with respect to container 100, container 300 may include third support 125A and fourth support 125B, respectively. Third support 125A and fourth support 125B may include and extend from a portion of rear wall 120. Because container 300 can carry multiple products, the additional support 125A and support 125B can provide additional protection for the multiple products in the event of an accidental drop of container 300. Third support 125A and fourth support 125B may extend from bottom surface 130 such that bottom surface 130 is spaced apart from the horizontal plane when container 200 is on a horizontal plane.

[0083] Additionally, at least one partially circular portion may be utilized to advertise one or more features of the first product, the second product, and the third product. In some embodiments, scratch-and-sniff technology may be utilized to advertise the scents of the first product, the second product, and the third product. Specifically, at least one partially circular portion may include a scented coating disposed thereon. Alternatively, a sticker including the scented coating may be disposed on at least one partially circular portion. In some cases, when the first product, the second product, and the third product each have the same scent, the scented coating may correspond to the same scent of the first product, the second product, and the third product, thereby allowing the same scent of the first product, the second product, and the third product to be smelled by a consumer. In some other cases, when the first product, the second product, and the third product have different scents, the container 300 may include three partially circular portions (not shown) extending into the respective first front cutout 112A, second front cutout 112B, and third front cutout 112C. The three partially circular portions may include different scented coatings disposed thereon that correspond to the different scents of the first product, the second product, and the third product, thereby allowing the different scents of the first product, the second product, and the third product to be smelled by the consumer.

[0084] Additionally, the container 300 may be made entirely of carton board and may be substantially plastic-free. The container 300 may be environmentally friendly and promote environmental sustainability.

[0085] While container 100, container 200, and container 300 hold a single product, two products, and three products, respectively, it is worth noting that containers according to the present disclosure may be constructed to accommodate more than three products. For example, containers according to the present disclosure may include four products, five products, etc. These containers having more than three products therein may be constructed in a similar manner as described herein, including additional supports, dividers, front cutouts, etc.

[0086] Additionally, containers of the present disclosure, e.g., 100, 200, and / or 300, may further include a collar partially received within receptacle 175. The collar may engage front wall 110 and rear wall 120. The collar may provide additional support to at least one product within the container. Collars are described in further detail in U.S. Patent Application No. 17 / 950,127, which is incorporated herein by reference.

[0087] Referring now to FIG. 4 , an enlarged view of a container 400 capable of holding four products is shown. The container 400 may include a front portion 10 and a rear portion 20. The container 400 may further include a product 12. Additionally, the container 400 may include an insert 402. It is contemplated that the weight of the product 12 may cause issues with the front portion 10, the rear portion 20, or both, collapsing or bending under the weight of the product 12. The insert 402 may be corrugated and provide additional support to hold the product 12 from the bottom, supporting the weight of the product 12, rather than relying on the front portion 10, the rear portion 20, or both, to support the weight of the product 12. It is contemplated that the insert 402 may be present in any of the examples previously described in this disclosure.

[0088] combination A. A container for packaging at least one product, the container having a front portion and a rear portion, the front portion including a front wall defining a first foot region at a lower end thereof, the rear portion including a rear wall, a bottom wall connected to the rear wall, a first side wall connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall, the first side wall connected to a portion including a top end and a bottom end, and a second side wall disposed opposite the first side wall and connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall, the second side wall including a second side connected to the portion including the top end and the bottom end, each of the first side connecting portion and the second side connecting portion being spaced apart from the rear wall and attached to the front wall, each of the first side wall and the second side wall being spaced apart from ... a container disposed between the front wall and the rear wall such that a receptacle is defined between the first and second side walls, at least one product being at least partially received between the first and second side walls; a second foot region connected to the bottom wall, the second foot region including a first end and an opposing second end, the first end of the second foot region including a first end angle, a lower end of the first side connecting portion including a first lower end angle, the first end angle and the first lower end angle being complementary, the first and second foot regions attached to each other to form a foot extending downward from the bottom wall away from the receptacle; and the container configured such that when seated on a horizontal plane, the container tilts obliquely relative to the horizontal plane. B. The container of paragraph A, wherein the first foot region is substantially coextensive in area with the second foot region. C. The container of paragraph A, wherein the first foot region is larger in length and width than the second foot region. D. The container of any one of paragraphs A-C, wherein the foot is substantially perpendicular to the bottom wall. E. The container of any one of paragraphs A-D, wherein each of the first side wall and the second side wall extends substantially perpendicular to the back wall and the bottom wall. F. The container of any one of paragraphs A-E, wherein the front wall defines at least one front cutout extending therethrough, the at least one front cutout at least partially receiving at least one product therein. G. The container of paragraph F, wherein the rear wall defines at least one rear cutout extending therethrough and at least partially aligned with the at least one front cutout. H. The container of any one of paragraphs F and G, wherein the front wall further includes at least one partially circular portion extending into the at least one front cutout. I. The container of any one of paragraphs A-H, wherein the front wall, rear wall, bottom wall, and second foot region are substantially coextensive in length with one another. J. A container described in any one of paragraphs A-I, wherein the front wall, rear wall, bottom wall, and second foot region form a single, integral component such that the second foot region is foldably connected to the lower end of the front wall. K. The container of any one of paragraphs AI, wherein the front and rear sections are formed from separate components. L. A container according to any one of paragraphs J and K, wherein the single unitary or separate component is made of carton board. M. The container of paragraph F, wherein at least one front cutout has a first surface area and at least one rear cutout has a second surface area, the first surface area being greater than the second surface area. N. The container described in any one of paragraphs A-M, further comprising a first support portion and a second support portion, each of which faces the foot portion, and each of which includes at least a portion of the first wall and rear wall or the second wall and rear wall, and wherein the container is configured such that when the foot portion and the plurality of supports are seated on a horizontal plane, the container tilts obliquely relative to the horizontal plane. O. The container of any one of paragraphs A-N, further comprising an insert.

[0089] All documents cited herein, including any cross-referenced or related patents or patent applications, and any patent applications or patents to which this application claims priority or benefit, are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety, unless expressly stated to the contrary. The citation of any document shall not be deemed to be prior art to any present disclosure disclosed or claimed herein, or to teach, suggest, or disclose any such present disclosure, either alone or in combination with any other reference(s). Furthermore, to the extent that any meaning or definition of a term in this document conflicts with any meaning or definition of the same term in a document incorporated by reference, the meaning or definition assigned to that term in this document shall control.

[0090] While particular embodiments of the present disclosure have been illustrated and described, it would be obvious to those skilled in the art that various other changes and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosure. It is therefore intended to cover in the appended claims all such changes and modifications that are within the scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A container for packaging at least one product, comprising: the container having a front portion with a front wall at a lower end thereof defining a first foot region; a rear portion including a rear wall and a bottom wall connected to the rear wall; a first side wall connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall; and a second side wall disposed opposite the first side wall and connected to the rear wall and the bottom wall, each of the first side wall and the second side wall being disposed between the front wall and the rear wall such that a receiving portion is defined between the first side wall and the second side wall, and the at least one product is at least partially received between the first side wall and the second side wall; a second foot region connected to the bottom wall, the first foot region and the second foot region attached to one another to form a foot extending downwardly from the bottom wall away from the receptacle; A container comprising a first support portion and a second support portion, each of which faces the foot portion, and each of the first support portion and the second support portion including at least a portion of the first wall and the rear wall or the second wall and the rear wall, and configured such that when the foot portion and the plurality of support portions are seated on a horizontal plane, the container tilts obliquely with respect to the horizontal plane.

2. 10. The container of claim 1, wherein the first foot region is substantially coextensive in area with the second foot region.

3. 10. The container of claim 1, wherein the first foot region is larger in length and width than the second foot region.

4. A container according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the foot is substantially perpendicular to the bottom wall.

5. a first side connection portion connected to the first side wall and a second side connection portion connected to the second side wall, each of the first side connection portion and the second side connection portion being spaced apart from the rear wall and attached to the front wall; 5. The container of claim 1, wherein optionally, the first lateral connection portion comprises an upper end and a lower end, the second lateral connection portion comprises an upper end and a lower end, the second foot region comprises a first end and an opposing second end, the first end of the second foot region comprises a first end angle, and the lower end of the first lateral connection portion comprises a first lower end angle, and the first end angle and the first lower end angle are complementary.

6. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 5, further comprising: an upper wall disposed opposite the bottom wall and connected to the rear wall, the first side wall, and the second side wall; and an upper connecting portion connected to the upper wall, wherein the upper connecting portion is attached to the front wall.

7. The container of any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein each of the first and second side walls extends substantially perpendicular to the rear wall and the bottom wall.

8. a third support portion including a portion of the rear wall and spaced apart from the first support portion and the second support portion; A container according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the container contains at least two products therein.

9. a fourth support portion including a portion of the rear wall and spaced apart from the first support portion, the second support portion, and the third support portion; A container according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the container contains at least three products therein.

10. the front wall defines at least one front cutout extending therethrough, the at least one front cutout configured to at least partially receive the at least one product therein; the rear wall defines at least one rear cutout extending therethrough and at least partially aligned with the at least one front cutout; 10. The container of any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the at least one front cutout has a first surface area and the at least one rear cutout has a second surface area, the first surface area being greater than the second surface area.

11. 11. A container according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the front wall, the rear wall, the bottom wall and the second foot region form a single integral component such that the second foot region is foldably connected to the lower end of the front wall.

12. A container according to any preceding claim, wherein the front and rear portions comprise separate components.

13. 13. A container according to claim 11 or claim 12, wherein the single unitary or separate component is made from carton board.

14. 14. The container of any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the at least one product is selected from the group consisting of an air freshener refill / cartridge for a dispenser, an air freshener dispenser, a single-use air freshener product, or a combination thereof.

15. 15. The container of claim 1, wherein the second foot region comprises a first end and an opposing second end, the first end of the second foot region comprising a first end angle, the lower end of the first lateral connecting portion comprising a first lower end angle, the first end angle and the first lower end angle being complementary, the first foot region and the second foot region are attached to each other to form a foot extending downward from the bottom wall away from the receiving portion, and the container is configured such that when the foot and the plurality of supports are seated on a horizontal plane, the container tilts obliquely relative to the horizontal plane.

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