Swedish Match has been granted a patent for a container with portion packets of oral products. The packets have a pillow-like shape and are arranged in a circular sequence, with only one short edge touching the container’s bottom. GlobalData’s report on Swedish Match gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Container for oral use product with portion packets in circle
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11884433B2) discloses a unique container design for portion packets of a product intended for oral use. The container comprises a bottom wall and a side wall defining a storage volume for the portion packets, which are pillow-like in shape with two parallel short edges and two parallel long edges. These portion packets are arranged in a specific sequence, such as a full circle or semi-circle, where each packet partly overlaps with the adjacent one. Importantly, only one of the two parallel short edges of each packet abuts the bottom wall of the container, ensuring a specific orientation within the container.
Furthermore, the patent describes variations in the arrangement of the portion packets, including concentric sequences and configurations with minimal extensions. The design also includes a center space within the circle of portion packets, which can be utilized as a disposal container for used packets. The oral cavity targeted for use is specified as the buccal cavity, and the filling material within the portion packets can be either smokeless tobacco or a tobacco-free alternative. Overall, the patent outlines a novel container layout that optimizes storage space while ensuring convenient access and disposal of the oral use product.
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