J.M. Smucker has patented a collapsible package for wet pet foods to address consumer frustration with traditional packaging. The design includes a tapered flexible sidewall, a rigid ring, and base for easy product ejection. The container aims to simplify the process of removing pet food. GlobalData’s report on J.M. Smucker gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Collapsible package for wet pet foods
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11851246B2) discloses a unique container design for food packaging. The container features a tapered sidewall made of flexible material, a ring of rigid material at the top defining the opening, and a rigid base at the bottom. The base surface area is equal to or less than the bottom surface area, creating a continuous straight line slope from the base to the ring. Additionally, the container may include a cutting mechanism, a lid for sealing, and the rigid material can be selected from metal, plastic, oleoresin, or combinations thereof.
Furthermore, the patent also covers a food package and a collapsible container with similar design elements. The food package includes a flexible sidewall, a circumferential flange of rigid material at the top, and a rigid base at the bottom. Similarly, the collapsible container comprises a rigid top flange, a rigid base, and a flexible sidewall between them. Both designs allow for compression between the flange and base, with the slope of the tapered sidewall forming a continuous straight line. The packages may also include cutting mechanisms, lids for sealing, and ergonomic features on the flange or base. The materials used for the rigid components can vary and may include metal, plastic, oleoresin, or combinations thereof, providing versatility in packaging solutions.
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