Lid from a moulded fiber material, packaging unit comprising such lid, and method for manufacturing thereof
The moulded fiber lid with a breathing element addresses the safety issues of conventional lids by allowing steam to escape and preventing spillage, enhancing consumer safety and comfort.
US20260184473A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-07-02HUHTAMAKI MOLDED FIBER TECH
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- US · United States
- Patent Type
- Applications(United States)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HUHTAMAKI MOLDED FIBER TECH
- Filing Date
- 2025-12-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-02
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Conventional lids made from plastic or other materials pose safety risks when used with hot beverages due to steam formation, which can be unpleasant and potentially harmful to consumers.
Method used
A moulded fiber lid with a cover part and a breathing element that allows steam to escape while preventing spillage, featuring a lower density breathing element and controlled thickness to manage steam release.
Benefits of technology
The lid effectively prevents consumers from encountering hot steam and spillage, ensuring safety and comfort when using hot beverages.
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Abstract
The present invention relates to a lid from a moulded fiber material, a packaging unit comprising such lid and method for manufacturing the lid. The lid according to the invention comprises a cover part having one or more clamping elements and being configured for covering a packaging unit, and having a cover density, and a breathing element that is provided in the cover part, wherein the breathing element is configured to allow steam to pass through and leave the packaging unit, and wherein the breathing element comprises a breathing density that is smaller as compared to the cover density.
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