39 patents in this list

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As the food and beverage industry embraces sustainability, advanced resealable packaging is becoming crucial for convenience and waste reduction. Consumers now seek packaging that offers both practicality and environmental benefits.

Traditional packaging often fails to keep products fresh and can contribute to waste. New resealable technologies address these issues by improving product preservation and reducing environmental impact.

This article explores the latest innovations in resealable packaging, showing how they enhance freshness, minimize waste, and support a more sustainable industry.

1. Innovative Resealable Packaging Design with Enhanced Accessibility and Integrity Feature

INTERCONTINENTAL GREAT BRANDS LLC, 2024

Flexible resealable packages for food products that provide improved accessibility to the contents. The packages have a resealable access opening with expanded sections that extend outward from the main cut. This allows easier removal of products without getting caught in the film. A starter portion lifts the sealing layer and flap. An integrity feature ruptures after opening to indicate if the package has been opened before. The cuts have terminations to prevent further tearing.

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2. Innovative Resealable Food Packaging Design to Reduce Bacteria Transfer

峰达包装制品有限公司, 峰达包装制品(嘉兴)有限公司, 2024

Food packaging bag with sealing strips that prevent bacteria transfer when opening the bag. The bag has multiple sealing strip groups on the inside sides. Each group has a first sealing strip with a lug and a second sealing strip with a recess. The lug can slide into the recess to seal the bag opening. This prevents contact between the inside of the bag and hands when opening, reducing bacteria transfer.

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3. Innovative Resealable and Insulated Beverage Container Enclosure

RTIC OUTDOORS LLC, 2024

Beverage container enclosure that provides thermal insulation, protection against physical damage, and a secure seal to prevent spills. The enclosure consists of a rigid base component with a removable inner sleeve to hold the can, and a separate cap component that slides over the opening. The cap has a rigid shell, an insert with seals to match the can mouth, and a sliding tab to close it. This allows drinking through the cap without removing the can, and protects against heat and spills. The base and cap components can be made of different materials.

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4. Innovative Resealable Snack Packaging with Rigid Sidewalls and Easy-Open Flap

FRITO LAY NORTH AMERICA INC, FRITO-LAY NORTH AMERICA INC, 2024

Unique resealable snack packages that overcome the issues of conventional pillow bags. The disclosed packages have rigid sidewalls that maintain thickness when opened, preventing product crushing. The sidewalls also provide structural support when resealing to avoid flattening the contents. The bags have a resealable flap with a pull tab that is easy to grasp and peel open. The flap covers the opening and can be resealed using an adhesive strip. The rigid sides prevent the contents from spilling when resealing. The bags can also have slimmer profiles compared to pillow bags for easier carrying.

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5. Innovative Reusable and Resealable Food Container Design

FINEST PRODUCTS LTD, 2023

Reusable food container that is environmentally friendly and can be reused multiple times while maintaining sealing integrity. The container has a separable design where the container body and cover frame connect with a break point. The cover frame detaches during covering with a film to seal the container. This allows repeated reuse without replacing parts like disposable containers. An anti-opening feature on the cover frame prevents forced opening. Sealing structures on the body and frame ensure a tight seal after repeated use.

6. Innovative Recloseable Multi-Compartment Snack Packaging with Enhanced Durability and Visibility

THE QUAKER OATS CO, 2023

Recloseable multi-compartment snack package with a rigid tray and a recloseable lid that addresses the shortcomings of conventional multi-compartment snack packages. The package has a rigid tray with compartments formed by dividers, and a matching rigid lid that snaps on. The tray has a skirt that extends outward and matches the lid skirt to prevent lifting. The lid has pull tabs for easy removal. The compartments are rigid instead of flexible, allowing easy access and visibility. The recloseable lid lets users see the contents and reseal the package. The matched skirts prevent the lid from coming off. The rigid tray prevents crushing.

7. Innovative Resealable Enclosure for Beverage Bottle Freshness and Spill Prevention

RTIC OUTDOORS LLC, 2023

Protective enclosure for beverage bottles that allows resealing an open bottle to prevent spills and maintain freshness. The enclosure has three pieces - a body with an open interior, a base that covers the bottom opening, and a cap that covers the top opening. The bottle is inserted into the body, the base is attached to cover the bottom, and the cap is attached to cover the top. This completely surrounds and encloses the open bottle.

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8. Innovative Resealable Plastic Packaging Bag with Integrated Sealing Mechanism

WUHU KAIHUA PLASTIC PACKAGING CO LTD, 2023

Automatic seal plastic packaging bag that can be sealed in place when needed for convenience and to prevent food spoilage. The bag has an inner wrapping bag inside the main bag, with a slotted hole connecting them. A sealing block is in the right side of the hole, and a sealing groove on the left side. When food is finished, the upper end can be removed and sealed in the groove using the block. This allows cutting off the unused portion without needing to reseal the whole bag. The inner bag has a contact layer for food safety, bending resistance layer to prevent damage, and a waterproof layer to prevent moisture ingress.

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9. Atmospheric Control Resealable Packaging for Extended Shelf Life and Convenience

BALASUBRAMANIAN AISHWARYA, CHEN XI, MIR NAZIR, 2023

Packaging for food products that optimizes shelf life, allows multiple servings, and provides ready-to-eat convenience. The packaging has a breathable, peelable, resealable film connected to a container. The film has atmospheric control attributes like perforations to promote interior conditions that extend product life. The film allows peeling/resealing to access the product inside. This enables consuming part of the product while maintaining quality. The film promotes optimal atmospheric conditions inside based on respiration rate.

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10. Innovative Resealable Beverage Can Lid Design for Waste Reduction

POWERCAN HOLDING LLC, 2023

Improved resealable beverage can lid design that allows resealing after opening and reduces waste compared to existing active tabbed lids. The lid has a vertical wall that seals against the can body and a removable plug that rotates to open the lid. The plug has features to translate radial motion into linear motion for opening. The lid also has reinforcing structures around the edges and inside cavities to distribute forces and prevent tearing. This allows the lid to be sealed again after opening without the can needing to be thrown away.

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11. Innovative Resealable Metal Can Lid for Multiple Uses

GREGOR ANTON PIECH, 2022

Reclosable metal can lid with a resealable opening that can be torn or pressed closed. The lid has a molded composite part that seals against the can and prevents corrosion. The resealable opening allows the lid to be reclosed after opening, unlike standard can lids. This enables reusing the container for multiple uses without waste. The composite material extends around the lid edge to make a tight seal. The lid can reseal on non-metal containers using adhesives or welding.

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12. Resealable Breathable Packaging for Extended Shelf Life of Fresh Produce

MIR NAZIR, 2022

Breathable packaging for food products like fruits and vegetables that extends shelf life by optimizing the internal atmosphere. The packaging has resealable peelable films with perforations to allow gas exchange. This promotes controlled atmospheres inside the package that extend food quality and prevent spoilage. The perforations allow transmission of gases like CO2 and O2 based on the produce respiration rate. This prevents premature fermentation and maintains freshness during storage. The resealable films also allow repeated access to the food.

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13. Recyclable and Reclosable Metal Packaging with Heat Seal Technology

BALL CORP, 2022

Recyclable and reclosable food and beverage packaging using heat seal technology that allows consumers to reseal the container after opening. The packaging comprises a metal container with a curled upper end and a reclosable lid with a curled section. The container and lid have heat sealable liners. The curled sections engage to seal the container when closed. The lid has a pry lug to break the seal for opening. The curled sections allow resealing the container after opening. The liners enable recycling by preventing adhesive residue.

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14. Innovative Resealable Packaging Design for Frozen Food Products

GEN MILLS INC, GENERAL MILLS INC, 2022

Reclosable packaging case for frozen food products that minimizes quality loss by reducing gaps when reclosed. The case has inner and outer top flaps that cover the interior. The outer flaps have angled corner portions that insert into openings in the inner flaps. This alignment ensures minimal gaps when reclosed. The corner fold lines and inner flap opening locations are pre-established to achieve this. The case can be formed from a blank with perforations and fold lines that match these angles. Graphics on the inner and outer flaps align to indicate proper closure.

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15. Innovative Dual-Compartment Container for Simultaneous Snack and Beverage Storage

CRAZY MINDS LLC, 2022

A snack storage container that attaches to a beverage container like a cup to provide separate compartments for holding snacks and beverages together. The snack container has a barrier to prevent mixing of the foods and drinks. It can be accessed by opening a lid, flipping a hinged lid, or twisting a cap. The container attaches to the beverage container using threads or engaging with the rim. The container can be reusable, detachable, and the lid never needs to be removed. It allows holding both beverage and food in one hand for convenience.

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16. Innovative Resealable Packaging Design for Milk Powder Preservation

SHENYANG AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY, UNIV SHENYANG AGRICULTURAL, 2022

Portable milk powder packaging bag with a moisture-proof and waterproof sealing film to prevent spoilage and contamination of milk powder. The bag has an inner container layer connected to the bag body. The top opening has a self-sealing strip. The outer sealing film covers the bag and has tearing lines. Inside is release paper. Reinforcing layers strengthen the bag. The inner liner, sealing film, and release paper seal the powder. The outer sealing film further seals. The inner liner and sealing film preseal with strips then final seal with the outer film. This provides tight sealing to prevent moisture and water ingress. The reinforcing layers prevent bag collapse. The release paper prevents sticking.

17. Innovative Two-Layer Seal for Extended Freshness in Food Packaging

GOODNESS GARDENS INC, 2022

Packaging for food products like leafy greens that improves freshness and automates packing. The packaging has two layers of material that enclose the food inside. The first layer is fixed to the container base and the second layer is removably sealed over it. This allows the food to be placed in the container through the first layer, which is then sealed by the second layer. The two-layer design prevents air from reaching the food and extends freshness. It also facilitates automated packing by allowing the food to be arranged in the first layer and then sealing with the second layer.

18. Innovative Resealable Packaging with Balanced Adhesion and Non-Stick Properties

YUPO CORP, ZEON CORP, 2022

A package design with reusable seals that can be repeatedly opened and closed without sticking or contamination. The package has two adhesive parts that can be brought together to seal the opening. The key characteristic is that the adhesion force between the parts is balanced with properties that prevent sticking. The 90-degree peel force between the parts when sealed is 0.02 N or more, and the dynamic friction and tack force of each part are 1.50 or less and 1.60 N or less, respectively. This allows good sealing while preventing material adhesion.

19. Innovative Resealable Plug Lid Design for Fluid-Tight Drink Containers

PACIFIC MARKET INTERNATIONAL LLC, 2022

A plug lid for drink containers that provides a fluid-tight seal without requiring full removal of the lid for drinking. The lid has a sealing ring that compresses against the interior wall of the container when inserted, creating a seal. The ring has a narrow size tolerance to match variations in container interior diameter. This allows drinking directly through the lid without removing it. The lid also has a tab for easy grasping and removal.

20. Innovative Resealable Flexible Bag with Integrated Closing Mechanism

VALERIO PASCAL DIEGO, 2021

Resealable flexible bag with an integrated closing mechanism that maintains the bag closed when sealed. The mechanism uses flexible members attached, disposed on, or embedded in the bag material. When the bag is sealed, the flexible members deform to create a seal. This prevents the bag from naturally staying open after being sealed like normal bags do.

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21. Innovative Resealable Beverage Container with Removable Transport Lid

22. Breathable, Peelable, and Resealable Food Packaging for Extended Shelf Life

23. Innovative Low-Torque, Easy-Open Lugs for Resealable Containers

24. Innovative Resealable Food Packaging Design

25. Innovative Sealed and Resealable Paperboard Container for Carbonated Beverages

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