ADAPTERS FOR CONSUMABLE PRODUCT PACKAGES AND METHODS FOR USING SAME
First Claim
1. An adapter assembly comprising:
- an adapter comprising an outlet, wherein the adapter is so constructed and arranged to provide a functional feature and comprises a body portion that is so constructed and arranged to accept at least a portion of a fitment on a package; and
a cap that is so constructed and arranged to attach to the adapter to close the outlet.
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Abstract
Adapters for consumable product packages and methods of using same are provided. The adapters are designed to provide functional features to packages that are not structurally capable of providing such functions. The functional features may include, for example, spill-resistance, flow-control, ease of use, etc. In a general embodiment, the adapters of the present disclosure include a valve comprising an outlet and a cap that is so constructed and arranged to seal the valve. The valve is so constructed and arranged to provide a functional feature and to attach to a package fitment. In another embodiment, packages are provided that include two-component adapters configured to provide specific functional features to the packages.
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1. An adapter assembly comprising:
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an adapter comprising an outlet, wherein the adapter is so constructed and arranged to provide a functional feature and comprises a body portion that is so constructed and arranged to accept at least a portion of a fitment on a package; and a cap that is so constructed and arranged to attach to the adapter to close the outlet. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23)
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