Abstract: A vacuum closure for a container consisting of a substantially flat and relatively rigid closure member, material for forming a compression-seal disposed around the periphery of the closure member, and a cap-like outer fitment of relatively more flexible material, including a ring-shaped end panel portion extending radially over the outer periphery of the closure member, a skirt portion extending substantially perpendicularly thereto having T-shaped sealing beads in spaced apart circumferential relation on the interior surface thereof, and a lifting ring secured to the ring-shaped end panel for removing the fitment when desired.