Abstract: A tamper evident closure for an open container having an outwardly projecting container finish proximate to the container opening is disclosed. The closure comprises a hollow body which includes a tamper evidencing means. The tamper evidencing means is hinged within the body so that removal of the closure from the container requires engagement of the tamper evidencing means with the projecting finish. This engagement results in outward displacement of the tamper evidencing means and creates a visual impression.

Abstract: The invention relates to improved end closures for a dispensing container. One end closure is a nonmetallic thermoplastic plunger end closure which is comprised of a retaining member and a plunger member which are connected along a fragmentation line. The plunger end closure is assembled to the container body by the retaining member during shipment. Upon use, the plunger is separated from the retaining member along the fragmentation line. The other end closure is a diffusing end closure for dispensing and diffusing material from the container. The diffusing end closure is comprised of a ring member which is affixed to the container and a diffusion disk which is bonded to the ring member. The diffusing disk includes at least three diffusing orifices.

Abstract: A tamper evidencing closure for a container, such as a bottle, in which a tamper indicator is completely separated from the closure upon removal of the closure. The tamper indicator is separated from the closure as the closure is removed from the container by contact between the tamper indicator and a finish on the container. The tamper indicator may form a product outlet in the closure when it is separated from the closure.

Abstract: A container for storing and dispensing fluid foodstuffs, such as sauces and the like. The container includes a spiral wound tube having a circular retaining disc mounted at one end. The retaining disc has an aperture therein, through which is mounted a pressure responsive dispensing nozzle having a flexible disc with cross-cross slits therein that open under pressure to allow the discharge of the stored foodstuff. The other end of the tube contains a piston disposed within the tube. The piston is initially retained adjacent the end of the tube by a retaining ring. The piston contains a dimpled portion configured for mating engagement with the dispensing nozzle. A sheet of metallic material is attached to the dispensing nozzle, providing a temporary seal.

Abstract: This invention relates to method for manufacturing composite containers. The containers of the preferred embodiment are especially adapted for dispensing food stuffs.