Solid seasoning containers

Abstract

To provide a solid seasoning container having good sealing properties and capable of reliably preventing the solid seasoning from solidifying or deteriorating and preventing the solid seasoning from spilling. [Solution] A solid seasoning container (100) includes a container body (10), a lid (20), and a sealing assembly. The sealing assembly includes a gasket (30) and a snap fit (40). The gasket is disposed between the lid and the opening of the container body, and the snap fit includes an engaging portion (41) and a connecting portion (42) that are removably fitted together. One of the engaging portion and the connecting portion is disposed on the lid, and the other is disposed on the container body. When the engaging portion and the connecting portion are in a fitted state, the lid covers the opening of the container body and is in close contact with the gasket. The excellent sealing properties ensure that the solid seasoning is prevented from hardening or deteriorating, while avoiding spillage of the solid seasoning.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates generally to the field of kitchen containers, and more particularly to solid condiment containers. [Background technology]

[0002] Solid seasonings in the related art (e.g., edible salt, umami seasoning, five-spice powder, etc.) are typically stored in seasoning containers, and users dispense an appropriate amount from the seasoning container when using them. However, the lids of seasoning containers in the prior art are in direct contact with the opening of the container and do not have a fixed or sealed structure, resulting in poor sealing, moisture easily entering the seasoning container, and the solid seasonings easily hardening and deteriorating. Furthermore, when the seasoning container is placed on a kitchen counter, the seasoning container is prone to tipping over, causing the lid to open and spilling the solid seasonings inside the container, staining the counter. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0003] In view of the above-mentioned defects or drawbacks of the prior art, it is expected to provide a solid seasoning container that has good sealing properties, thereby reliably preventing the solid seasoning from hardening or deteriorating while also preventing the solid seasoning from spilling. [Means for solving the problem]

[0004] In a first aspect, the invention provides a method for manufacturing a semiconductor device comprising: The present invention provides a solid seasoning container comprising a container body, a lid, and a sealing assembly, the sealing assembly including a gasket and a snap fit, the gasket being provided between the lid and the opening of the container body, the snap fit including an engaging portion and a connecting portion that are removably fitted together, one of the engaging portion and the connecting portion being provided on the lid and the other being provided on the container body, and when the engaging portion and the connecting portion are in a fitted state, the lid is fitted over the opening of the container body and the lid is in close contact with the gasket.

[0005] In an optional form, the lid has a pivot end and a free end opposite the pivot end, the container body has an assembly end and a handle end opposite the assembly end, the pivot end and the assembly end are rotatably connected, and the attachment portion and the coupling portion are located in areas near the free end and the handle end, respectively.

[0006] In an optional embodiment, a handle is further provided on the outer wall of the handle end of the container body, the handle including a first portion and a second portion, the first portion extending from a region near the opening of the handle end in a direction away from the container body, and the second portion extending from a free end of the first portion toward the bottom of the container body.

[0007] In an optional embodiment, an operating portion is formed at the free end, the operating portion extending from the edge of the lid in a direction away from the lid, the operating portion having a protrusion formed on a surface facing the inside of the container body, the protrusion configured as a coupling portion, and a first portion of the handle recessed toward the bottom of the container body to form an engaging portion, and when the operating portion is operated, the free end of the lid rotates between an open position and a closed position relative to the container body, and the coupling portion and the engaging portion separate or engage with each other.

[0008] In an optional form, the gasket includes a ring and a protrusion arranged around the ring, the ring is attached to the opening of the container body, and a portion of the ring is covered by the outer wall surface of the container body, the protrusion extends from the inner edge of the ring in a direction away from the ring, and the lid covers the opening of the container body, and the protrusion deforms to fit tightly against the lid.

[0009] In an optional embodiment, an adsorption structure is provided on the outer wall surface of the container body, and the adsorption structure includes a magnetic pad, which is used to fix the position of the container body.

[0010] In an optional embodiment, an engagement groove is recessed inwardly into the outer wall surface of the container body, the magnetic pad is engaged in the engagement groove, and the surface of the magnetic pad facing away from the container body is flush with the outer wall surface of the container body, or the surface of the magnetic pad facing away from the container body protrudes relative to the outer wall surface of the container body.

[0011] Optionally, the solid condiment container further includes a measuring spoon, and the gasket is provided with a spoon holder, and the measuring spoon is locked within the spoon holder.

[0012] In an optional form, the gasket includes a mounting portion that covers a portion of the opening of the container body, and the mounting portion has a spoon storage portion recessed toward the bottom of the container body, and the outline of the spoon storage portion matches the outer outline of the spoon body of the measuring spoon.

[0013] Optionally, the resting part is provided with a scraper in the area towards the bottom of the container body. [Effects of the Invention]

[0014] The solid seasoning container of the present invention is provided with a sealing assembly, which includes a gasket and a snap fit. The gasket is provided between the lid and the opening of the container body. The snap fit includes an attachment portion and a connecting portion, one of the connecting portion and the attachment portion being provided on the container body and the other being provided on the lid. Therefore, when the lid is placed over the opening of the container body, the attachment portion and the connecting portion fit together, and the lid and the gasket are tightly attached. This improves the sealing performance and helps prevent moisture from entering, which would cause the solid seasoning to harden or deteriorate. Furthermore, the lid and the container body are fixedly connected through the snap fit, which effectively avoids the problem of the solid seasoning spilling when the lid is opened, and further improves the sealing performance of the solid seasoning container. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0015] Other features, objects and advantages of the present application will become more apparent from a reading of the following detailed description of non-limiting embodiments, made with reference to the drawings in which: [Figure 1] 1 is a structural schematic diagram of a solid seasoning container in an embodiment of the present application (with the lid closed). [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a structural schematic diagram of FIG. 1 in the direction A. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is a structural schematic diagram of FIG. 1 in the direction B. [Figure 4] 1 is a structural schematic diagram of a solid seasoning container in an embodiment of the present application (with the lid open). [Figure 5] 1 is a structural exploded schematic diagram (with the lid open) of a solid seasoning container in an embodiment of the present application. [Figure 6] 1 is a structural exploded schematic diagram (with the lid open) of another solid seasoning container in an embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0016] The present application will be described in more detail below with reference to examples. It is understood that the specific examples described herein are for the purpose of illustrating the relevant inventions and are not intended to limit the inventions. In addition, the examples and features of the examples in the present application may be combined with each other as long as they are not contradictory. The present application will be described in more detail below with reference to examples.

[0017] An embodiment of the present application provides a solid seasoning container 100, which, as shown in Figures 1 to 3, includes a container body 10, a lid 20, and a sealing assembly, and the sealing assembly includes a gasket 30 and a snap fit 40, and the gasket 30 is provided between the lid 20 and the opening of the container body 10, and the snap fit 40 includes an engaging portion 41 and a connecting portion 42 that are removably engaged, one of the engaging portion 41 and the connecting portion 42 is provided on the lid 20 and the other is provided on the container body 10, and when the engaging portion 41 and the connecting portion 42 are in an engaged state, the lid 20 covers the opening of the container body 10 and the lid 20 is in close contact with the gasket 30.

[0018] It is understood that the container body 10 has a storage chamber and an opening for storing solid seasonings, and the lid 20 is attached to the opening of the container body 10 by any connecting means, protecting the solid seasonings in the storage chamber of the container body 10 and preventing contamination of the solid seasonings.

[0019] Here, the sealing assembly is mainly used to improve the sealing between the lid 20 and the opening of the container body 10, and the sealing assembly includes a gasket 30, which may be made of, but is not limited to, rubber or silicone rubber, and is used to ensure overall sealing, and the gasket 30 is attached to the opening of the container body 10 by any means, such as, but not limited to, adhesion or fastening.

[0020] Here, the snap fit 40 is primarily used to secure the lid 20 to the container body 10, enhancing the sealing performance while preventing the lid 20 from being unintentionally opened. The fastening portion 41 and the connecting portion 42 may be connected through a concave-convex fit. In actual use, the lid 20 is placed over the opening of the container body 10, and the fastening portion 41 and the connecting portion 42 are fitted together, thereby tightly fitting the lid 20 to the gasket 30. When it is necessary to open the lid 20, the lid 20 is moved away from the opening of the container body 10, separating the fastening portion 41 and the connecting portion 42, and the lid 20 is placed in the open state.

[0021] As an example, the engaging portion 41 may be a groove provided in the container body 10, and the connecting portion 42 may be a protrusion 32 provided in the lid 20, with the groove and the protrusion 32 fitting together through the recesses and protrusions, sealing and connecting the lid 20 and the container body 10.

[0022] The solid seasoning container 100 of the embodiment of the present application solves the problem of poor sealing of the container body 10 in the related art. The solid seasoning container 100 of the embodiment of the present application is provided with a sealing assembly, which includes a gasket 30 and a snap fit 40. The gasket 30 is provided between the lid 20 and the opening of the container body 10. The snap fit 40 includes an attachment portion 41 and a connecting portion 42. One of the connecting portion 42 and the attachment portion 41 is provided on the container body 10 and the other is provided on the lid 20. Therefore, when the lid 20 is placed over the opening of the container body 10, the attachment portion 41 and the connecting portion 42 fit together, and the lid 20 and the gasket 30 are tightly attached. This improves the sealing performance and helps prevent moisture from entering, which can cause the solid seasoning to harden or deteriorate. Furthermore, the lid 20 and the container body 10 are fixedly connected through the snap fit 40, which effectively avoids the problem of the solid seasoning spilling when the lid 20 is opened, and further improves the sealing performance of the solid seasoning container 100.

[0023] In a possible embodiment, the lid 20 has a pivot end 21 and a free end 22 opposite the pivot end 21, the container body 10 has an assembly end 11 and a handle end 12 opposite the assembly end 11, the pivot end 21 and the assembly end 11 are rotatably connected, and the attachment portion 41 and the coupling portion 42 are located in areas close to the free end 22 and the handle end 12, respectively.

[0024] Here, a boss may be provided at assembly end 11 of container body 10, and a mounting groove or mounting hole that fits with the boss may be provided at pivot end 21 of lid 20, with the mounting hole and boss being rotatably connected. When a user uses container body 10, they hold handle end 12 of container body 10 in their hand and open lid 20 at free end 22 of lid 20 to remove the seasoning contained in the storage chamber of container body 10, and rotatably open lid 20.

[0025] In this embodiment, the lid 20 is rotatably connected to the container body 10, thereby preventing the lid 20 from being lost. Furthermore, the fastening portion 41 and the coupling portion 42 are located in the area of ​​the free end 22 and the handle end 12, respectively, making them easy to use. When the lid 20 is closed, the fastening portion 41 and the coupling portion 42 fit together, thereby effectively ensuring the hermeticity of the lid 20 and the container body 10.

[0026] In some embodiments, a handle 13 is further provided on the outer wall of the holding end 12 of the container body 10, and the handle 13 includes a first portion 131 and a second portion 132, the first portion 131 extending from an area near the opening of the holding end 12 in a direction away from the container body 10, and the second portion 132 extending from the free end 22 of the first portion 131 toward the bottom of the container body 10.

[0027] In this embodiment, the user can easily grasp the handle 13 of the container body 10 to move it to another position or grasp the handle 13 of the container body 10 to operate the container body 10, thereby improving convenience in use.

[0028] In some embodiments, an operating portion 23 is formed on the free end 22, and the operating portion 23 extends from the edge of the lid 20 in a direction away from the lid 20, and the operating portion 23 has a protrusion formed on the surface facing the inside of the container body 10, and the protrusion is configured as a coupling portion 42, and the first part 131 of the handle 13 is recessed toward the bottom of the container body 10 to form an engagement portion 41, and when the operating portion 23 is operated, the free end 22 of the lid 20 rotates between an open position and a closed position relative to the container body 10, and the coupling portion 42 and the engagement portion 41 separate or engage with each other.

[0029] Here, the protrusion is engaged in the recess of the first part 131 and is mutually restricted by both side walls of the recess, so that the lid and the container body are hermetically connected.

[0030] The operating portion 23 may extend from the edge of the lid 20 in a direction away from the lid 20 to above the first portion 131 of the handle 13, and the edge of the operating portion 23 may protrude slightly from the surface of the lid 20. In this manner, a user can hold the operating portion 23 in their hand and easily open or close the lid 20. It will be understood that the coupling portion 42 is provided on the operating portion 23 and the fastening portion 41 is provided on the first portion of the handle 13, and thus, when the user operates the operating portion 23, a force is applied to the coupling portion 42, causing the fastening portion 41 and the coupling portion 42 to engage or disengage, thereby facilitating the opening and closing of the lid 20.

[0031] In some embodiments, the gasket 30 includes a ring 31 and a protrusion 32 arranged around the ring 31, the ring 31 is attached to the opening of the container body 10, and a portion of the ring 31 is covered by the outer wall surface of the container body 10, the protrusion 32 extends from the inner edge of the ring 31 in a direction away from the ring 31, the lid 20 covers the opening of the container body 10, and the protrusion 32 deforms to fit tightly against the lid 20.

[0032] Here, the shape of the ring 31 matches the shape of the opening of the container body 10, and the ring 31 is attached to the opening of the container body 10, so that a portion of the ring 31 is covered by the outer wall surface of the container body 10, thereby contributing to further improving the sealing performance while fixing the gasket 30. As an example, the rings 31 may be inserted into the opening of the container body 10. The protrusions 32 are provided around the ring 31, and the edges of the protrusions 32 are recessed relative to the edges of the ring 31, forming a step. This means that when the lid 20 is placed over the opening of the container body 10, the protrusions 32 are pressed and deformed to adhere closely to the lid 20, contributing to improving the sealing performance.

[0033] In a possible embodiment, an adsorption structure is provided on the outer wall surface of the container body 10, and the adsorption structure includes a magnetic pad 50, which is used to fix the position of the container body 10.

[0034] The suction structure may be, but is not limited to, magnetic suction, pressure suction, adhesive suction, etc. The suction structure can suction and fix the container body 10 to a wall, the outer wall of a refrigerator, a kitchen shelf, etc., thereby fixing the position of the container body 10 and preventing the container body 10 from tipping over and spilling the solid seasoning. Fixing the container body 10 to a wall, refrigerator, or kitchen shelf also contributes to saving counter space.

[0035] Here, the suction structure includes a magnetic pad 50, which is advantageous for fixing the container body 10 to a kitchen wall containing a magnetic material through magnetic suction.

[0036] In some embodiments, an engagement groove is recessed inward on the outer wall surface of the container body 10, the magnetic pad 50 is engaged in the engagement groove, and the surface of the magnetic pad 50 facing away from the container body 10 is flush with the outer wall surface of the container body 10, or the surface of the magnetic pad 50 facing away from the container body 10 protrudes relative to the outer wall surface of the container body 10.

[0037] In this embodiment, the magnetic pad 50 and the engagement groove are mutually constrained, the magnetic pad 50 is fixed, and no additional fixing structure is required, which is advantageous in simplifying the design. Furthermore, the surface of the magnetic pad 50 facing away from the container body 10 is flush with the outer wall surface of the container body 10 or protrudes from the outer wall surface of the container body 10. This helps to ensure that the magnetic pad 50 is securely attached to the wall or the outer wall of the refrigerator, and avoids gaps that could prevent the pad from being attached.

[0038] In some embodiments, the engagement groove extends from the bottom edge of the outer wall of the container body 10 toward the top of the container body 10, and in this way, when attaching the magnetic pad 50, the magnetic pad 50 slides into the engagement groove along the bottom of the container body 10, and the engagement groove and the magnetic pad 50 are restricted to each other, which is advantageous for making it easy to attach the magnetic pad 50 while ensuring that the magnetic pad 50 is securely fixed.

[0039] In a possible embodiment, as shown in Figures 4 and 5, the solid seasoning container 100 further includes a measuring spoon 60, a spoon storage section 34 is provided in the gasket 30, and the measuring spoon 60 is engaged within the spoon storage section 34.

[0040] In this embodiment, the measuring spoon 60 is advantageous for accurately taking the amount of solid seasoning, and furthermore, the gasket 30 is provided with a spoon storage section 34 for fixing the measuring spoon 60, which avoids placing the measuring spoon 60 directly inside the container body 10, making it easy to insert and remove the measuring spoon 60 while avoiding contamination of the solid seasoning.

[0041] In some embodiments, the spoon holder 34 may be located on one side of the gasket 30, and the gasket 30 may further include a stopper in an area opposite the spoon holder 34, and the handle of the measuring spoon 60 may be limited to the stopper.

[0042] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG. 5, the gasket 30 includes a mounting portion 33 that covers a portion of the opening of the container body 10, and the mounting portion 33 has a spoon storage portion 34 recessed toward the bottom of the container body 10, and the contour of the spoon storage portion 34 matches the outer contour of the spoon body of the measuring spoon 60.

[0043] Here, the mounting portion 33 and the ring 31 of the gasket 30 are integrally molded, and the mounting portion 33 extends from the inside of the ring 31 toward the center of the ring 31. In this way, when the gasket 30 is attached to the opening of the container body 10, the mounting portion 33 covers a partial area of ​​the opening of the container body 10. In a specific embodiment, the area of ​​the mounting portion 33 is not specifically limited as long as it can fix the measuring spoon 60 without affecting the ability to take out the solid seasoning.

[0044] The placing portion 33 has a recessed spoon storage portion 34, the contour of which matches the outer contour of the spoon body of the measuring spoon 60, which contributes to stably fixing the measuring spoon 60.

[0045] In some embodiments, the seat 33 is provided with a scraper 70 towards the bottom region of the container body 10 .

[0046] Here, the scraper 70 may be a stopper provided individually on the surface of the mounting portion 33 facing the bottom of the container body 10, or the edge of the mounting portion 33 may be configured as a scraper 70, which is used to level off the seasoning in the measuring spoon 60 and measure a fixed amount.

[0047] It is understood that the volume of the measuring spoon 60 is pre-fixed, such as, but not limited to, 2 g or 5 g.

[0048] In this embodiment, the placing portion 33 is provided with a scraper 70, and when the user uses the measuring spoon 60 to take solid seasoning, the scraper 70 can be used to scrape off the seasoning from the measuring spoon 60, thereby making it easier to use since the amount used can be accurate.

[0049] The solid seasoning container 100 of the present invention will be described below by way of a specific embodiment. Example 1

[0050] As shown in Figures 1 to 5, the solid seasoning container 100 includes a container body 10 and a lid 20. A gasket 30 is provided between the lid 20 and the opening of the container body 10. The gasket 30 includes a ring 31 and a protrusion 32 formed around the ring 31. The ring 31 is fitted into the opening of the container body 10 and is covered on the outer wall of the container body 10. The lid 20 includes a pivot end 21 and a free end 22. The container body 10 includes an assembly end 11 and a handle end 12. The pivot end 21 and the assembly end 11 are rotatably connected. The free end 22 is covered over the opening of the container body 10 so as to be able to open and close. A handle 13 is provided on the outer wall of the handle end 12 of the container body 10. An attachment portion 41 is provided on the handle 13. An operating portion 23 is formed protruding from the edge of the free end 22 of the lid 20. A connecting portion 42 is formed on the surface of the operating portion 23 facing the inside of the container body 10. When the free end 22 of the lid 20 is placed over the opening of the container body 10, the connecting portion 42 and the engaging portion 41 fit together, and the lid 20 is pressed by the protrusion 32 of the sealing ring to fit tightly.

[0051] The solid seasoning container 100 further includes a measuring spoon 60, and a mounting portion 33 is further formed inside the ring 31 of the gasket 30, and a spoon storage portion 34 is recessed in the mounting portion 33, and the measuring spoon 60 is placed in the spoon storage portion 34, and a scraper 70 is provided on the surface of the mounting portion 33 facing the bottom of the container body 10, An engagement groove is formed on the outer wall surface of the assembly end 11 of the container body 10, and a magnetic pad 50 is confined and attached within the engagement groove. Example 2

[0052] Compared to Example 1, as shown in Figure 6, the solid seasoning container 100 of this embodiment differs in that it does not include a measuring spoon 60, and the gasket 30 does not have a placing portion 33 or a spoon storage portion 34.

[0053] The above description merely describes preferred embodiments and applied technical principles of the present application. Those skilled in the art should understand that the scope of the invention of the present application is not limited to the technical solution formed by a specific combination of the above technical features, and should also include other technical solutions formed by any combination of the above technical features or their equivalent features without departing from the concept of the above invention. For example, a technical solution formed by mutually replacing the above features with technical features having similar functions (but not limited to) disclosed in the present application. [Explanation of symbols]

[0054] 100 solid condiment containers 10 Container body 11 Assembly end 12 Handheld end 13 Handle 131 Part 1 132 Part 2 20 Lid 21 Pivoting end 22 Free end 23 Control section 30 gaskets 31 Ring 32 Protrusion 33 Placement section 34 Spoon storage section 40 Snap Fit 41 Attachment 42 Joint 50 magnetic pads 60 measuring spoons 70 Scraper

Claims

1. A solid seasoning container, A solid seasoning container comprising: a container body, a lid, and a sealing assembly, wherein the sealing assembly comprises a gasket and a snap fit, the gasket is provided between the lid and an opening of the container body, the snap fit comprises an engaging portion and a connecting portion that are removably fitted together, one of the engaging portion and the connecting portion is provided on the lid and the other is provided on the container body, and when the engaging portion and the connecting portion are in an engaged state, the lid is placed over the opening of the container body and is in tight contact with the gasket.

2. The solid condiment container according to claim 1, characterized in that the lid has a pivot end and a free end opposite the pivot end, the container body has an assembly end and a handle end opposite the assembly end, the pivot end and the assembly end are rotatably connected, and the engaging portion and the connecting portion are located in areas close to the free end and the handle end, respectively.

3. 3. The solid condiment container according to claim 2, further comprising a handle on the outer wall of the holding end of the container body, the handle including a first portion and a second portion, the first portion extending from a region near the opening of the holding end in a direction away from the container body, and the second portion extending from a free end of the first portion toward the bottom of the container body.

4. The solid seasoning container of claim 3, characterized in that an operating portion is formed at the free end, the operating portion extending from the edge of the lid in a direction away from the lid, the operating portion having a protrusion formed on a surface facing the inside of the container body, the protrusion being configured as the connecting portion, the first portion of the handle being recessed toward the bottom of the container body to form the engaging portion, and when the operating portion is operated, the free end of the lid rotates between an open position and a closed position relative to the container body, and the connecting portion and the engaging portion separate or engage with each other.

5. The solid seasoning container of claim 1, characterized in that the gasket includes a ring and a protrusion arranged around the ring, the ring is attached to the opening of the container body, a portion of the ring is covered by the outer wall surface of the container body, the protrusion extends from the inner edge of the ring in a direction away from the ring, the lid is attached to the opening of the container body, and the protrusion deforms to fit tightly against the lid.

6. The solid seasoning container according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that an adhesive structure is provided on the outer wall surface of the container body, the adhesive structure includes a magnetic pad, and the magnetic pad is used to fix the position of the container body.

7. The solid seasoning container according to claim 6, characterized in that an engagement groove is recessed inward on the outer wall surface of the container body, the magnetic pad is engaged within the engagement groove, and the surface of the magnetic pad facing away from the container body is flush with the outer wall surface of the container body, or the surface of the magnetic pad facing away from the container body protrudes relative to the outer wall surface of the container body.

8. The solid seasoning container according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the solid seasoning container further includes a measuring spoon, the gasket is provided with a spoon storage section, and the measuring spoon is engaged within the spoon storage section.

9. The solid seasoning container according to claim 8, characterized in that the gasket includes a mounting portion, the mounting portion covers a portion of the opening of the container body, the mounting portion has the spoon storage portion recessed toward the bottom of the container body, and the outline of the spoon storage portion is aligned with the outer outline of the spoon body of the measuring spoon.

10. 10. The solid seasoning container according to claim 9, wherein a scraper is provided in an area of ​​the mounting portion facing the bottom of the container body.

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