KR20200054954A - Receptacle for aerosol-generating articles - Google Patents

Abstract

A receiving portion 10 is provided for storing one or more used aerosol-generating articles 23. The receiving portion 10 includes a box portion 12 comprising a closed bottom end 22 and a top end 18 defining a box opening 20, where the bottom end 22 is the top. It faces the distal end 18. The receiving part 10 is a cover part 14 that is movable relative to the box part 12 between a closed position where the cover part 14 covers the box opening 20 and an open position where the box opening 20 is not covered. It also includes. The receiving portion 10 is hung on the uppermost end 18 of the box portion 12 and further includes a clip 36 lying on the outer surface of the box portion 12.

Description

Receptacle for aerosol-generating articles

The present invention relates to a receiving portion for receiving one or more used aerosol-generating articles. In addition, the present invention relates to a kit comprising a receiving portion and a container for an aerosol-generating article.

After consuming an aerosol-generating article, such as a cigarette, it can be difficult for the user to find a convenient place to discard the used article. For example, the user may not be located near an ashtray or an appropriate waste bin. Thus, in some situations, it can be difficult for a user to properly dispose of used items. This problem can be exacerbated when the aerosol-generating article is heated during use without combustion. For example, a number of aerosol-generating systems are known in which an aerosol-generating article, which may be similar in size and shape to a cigarette, is electrically heated rather than burned. In such a system, the articles may be approximately the same size before and after use. Thus, disposal of these articles can be more difficult for the user compared to conventional cigarettes, where only filters remain, typically after use.

Accordingly, it would be desirable to provide a convenient way for users to manage the disposal of used aerosol-generating articles.

According to a first aspect of the invention, a receiving portion for storing one or more used aerosol-generating articles is provided. The receiving portion includes a box portion comprising a closed bottom end and a top end defining a box opening, where the bottom end is opposite the top end. The receiving portion also includes a lid portion movable relative to the box portion between a closed position where the lid portion covers the box opening and an open position where the box opening is not covered. The receiving portion is hung from the uppermost end of the box portion and further includes a clip lying on the outer surface of the box portion.

As used herein, the term “aerosol-generating article” refers to an article comprising an aerosol-forming substrate capable of releasing volatile compounds capable of forming an aerosol. Upon heating, the aerosol-forming substrate can release volatile compounds. The aerosol-generating article may be a cigarette, and the aerosol-forming substrate may be a tobacco stand. The aerosol-generating article may be designed to heat the aerosol-generating device, for example, having an electric heater.

The term "underlies" is used herein to mean that the first portion of the receiving portion is closer to the interior of the receiving portion than the overlapping second portion of the receiving portion. That is, the first portion lies below the second portion. Conversely, the term "overlies" can be used to mean that the second portion of the receiving portion is closer to the outside of the receiving portion than the first portion. In this case, the second part overlies the first part.

Advantageously, the receiving portion according to the first aspect of the present invention allows the user to store one or more used aerosol-generating articles until the used article can be properly disposed of, for example by emptying the receiving portion with a suitable waste container. It provides a convenient way to do this.

Advantageously, the lid portion holds at least one used aerosol-generating article in the box portion when the lid portion is in the closed position.

Advantageously, the lid portion is movable relative to the box portion, allowing access to the interior of the box portion when the lid portion is in the open position. When the lid is in the open position, the one or more used aerosol-generating articles may be inserted at least partially into the box portion through the box opening. When the lid is in the open position, one or more used aerosol-generating articles can be removed from the box portion through the box opening.

Advantageously, the clip provides a convenient way for the user to store or carry the receptacle. In particular, the receiving portion can be attached to the container of the aerosol-generating article using a clip. For example, the receiving portion can be clipped to one of the wall surfaces of the container.

The clip hangs on the top end of the box section, and the top end defines the box opening. Accordingly, advantageously, when the clip is used to attach the receiving portion to the side wall surface of the box portion of the container of the aerosol-generating article, the box opening of the box portion of the receiving portion and the box opening of the box portion of the container are positioned in the same orientation. Advantageously, this can simplify the use of both the receiver and the container.

Advantageously, orienting the clip to hang at the top end of the box portion can facilitate retention of the receiving portion in the container of the aerosol-generating article. For example, it may be necessary to release the clip from the side wall surface of the box portion of the container by opening the lid of the container and sliding the receiving part upward to remove the container from the container. Thus, this arrangement can reduce or minimize unintentional movement of the clip relative to the container when the container is being used in an upright orientation with the container lid at the top.

Advantageously, the clip allows reversible attachment of the receiving portion to the container of the aerosol-generating article. Thus, when all aerosol-generating articles in the container have been used, the receiving portion can be removed and attached to a new container of aerosol-generating article.

Preferably, the clip includes the top end at the top end of the box portion of the receiving portion, and the top end of the clip is not parallel to the bottom end of the box portion of the receiving portion. Advantageously, this can facilitate the attachment of the receiving portion to the sidewall surface of the container of the aerosol-generating article. For example, a conventional hinged lid container for an aerosol-generating article includes a box portion having a side wall surface with a top edge that is not parallel to the bottom edge of the side wall surfaces. Thus, the non-parallel arrangement of the top end of the clip can cause the top end of the clip to completely rest on the top edge of the sidewall surface when the receiving portion is attached to the container. Advantageously, this can ensure that the lid of the hinged lid container is completely closed when the receiving portion is attached to the container.

The clip can be secured to the box portion at or around the top end of the clip.

Preferably, the clip includes a first portion overlying the outer surface of the box portion of the receiving portion and a second portion located inside the box portion of the receiving portion such that at least a portion of the box portion includes a first portion of the clip and a second portion of the clip. To be positioned between the parts. Advantageously, this can facilitate fixing of the clip to the box portion of the receiving portion.

In embodiments where the clip includes a top end, preferably the top end is formed as a transition from the first portion of the clip to the second portion of the clip. Preferably, the transition is formed by bending the material forming the clip.

The second portion of the clip may be shorter than the first portion of the clip. Advantageously, providing a clip with a shorter second portion can reduce or minimize the weight of the receiving portion. Advantageously, providing a clip with a longer first portion can increase or maximize the stability of the receiving portion when attached to the container of the aerosol-generating article.

The second portion of the clip may be longer than the first portion of the clip. Advantageously, providing a clip with a shorter first portion can reduce or minimize the weight of the receiving portion. Advantageously, providing a clip with a longer second portion can facilitate securing the clip to the box portion and can increase or maximize the stability of the clip to the box portion of the receiving portion.

The box portion of the receiving portion can have a maximum height that extends between the top portion of the top end and the bottom portion of the closed bottom end. The first portion of the clip can have a maximum length extending between the top portion of the top end and the bottom portion of the free end distant from the top end. The maximum length of the first portion of the clip is preferably at least about 50% of the maximum height of the box portion of the receiving portion, more preferably at least about 60% of the maximum height of the box portion of the receiving portion, more preferably the box portion of the receiving portion At least about 70% of the maximum height, more preferably at least about 80% of the maximum height of the box portion of the receiving portion. Additionally or alternatively, the maximum length of the first portion of the clip is preferably less than about 100% of the maximum height of the box portion of the receiving portion, more preferably less than about 95% of the maximum height of the box portion of the receiving portion, more preferably It is preferably less than about 90% of the maximum height of the box portion of the receiving portion, and more preferably less than about 85% of the maximum height of the box portion of the receiving portion.

At least a portion of the box portion of the receiving portion can be accommodated between the first portion of the clip and the second portion of the clip by interference fit. Advantageously, this can provide a simple and cost effective way to secure the clip to the box portion of the receiving portion.

The second portion of the clip can be secured to the inner surface of the box portion. For example, the second portion of the clip can be adhered to the inner surface of the box portion.

The second portion of the clip can be secured to the box portion by overmolding a portion of the box portion over the second portion of the clip.

Preferably, the clip is formed of an elastic material so that the clip is deflected toward the outer surface of the box portion. Advantageously, this can facilitate reliable attachment of the receiving portion to the container of the aerosol-generating article. For example, when the receiving portion is attached to the wall portion of the container, the deflection of the clip toward the outer surface of the box portion of the receiving portion can hold the wall portion of the container between the clip and the box portion of the receiving portion by an interference fit.

The clip can be formed of plastic. Preferably, the clip is formed of metal. Suitable metals may include, but are not limited to, stainless steel, such as stainless steel grade 1.4301, and stainless spring steel, or combinations thereof.

The clip can include a first clip located on the first side of the receiving box portion and a second clip provided on the second side of the receiving box portion, where the first side faces the second side. Advantageously, this allows the user to attach the receiving portion to either side of the container of the aerosol-generating article. Advantageously, providing a receptacle with two clips allows the user to attach more than one receptacle to the container of the aerosol-generating article. For example, the first receiving portion can be attached to the first side of the container using the first clip, and the second receiving portion can be attached to the second side of the container using the second clip. Alternatively, a plurality of receptacles may be provided, some of the receptacles comprising only one clip located on the first side of the receptacle, and the rest of the receptacles being located on the second side of the receptacle. Contains only clips. In this way, the user can attach the receiving portion to each side of the container of the aerosol-generating article without the need for unnecessary clips on the receiving portion.

The lid portion can be arranged to slide relative to the box portion between the closed and open positions. For example, the lid portion can slide in one or more guide portions on the box portion or over the one or more guide portions. Preferably, the lid portion is arranged to slide in a direction orthogonal to the range of the clip. Advantageously, this can reduce or eliminate the relative movement between the clip and the container to which the receiver is attached when the lid is open and closed.

The lid part may be a lid part hanging from the uppermost end of the box part along the hinge line. Preferably, the lid portion is rotatable about the hinge line between the open position and the closed position. The hinge line may extend in a direction orthogonal to the range of the clip. Advantageously, this can reduce or eliminate the relative movement between the clip and the container to which the receiver is attached when the lid is open and closed.

The hinge line may be formed separately from the box portion and the lid portion and may be formed by a hinge fixed to the box portion and the lid portion.

The box portion and the lid portion may be integrally formed from a single material, wherein the hinge line is formed by a weak line of the material.

Preferably, the hinge line is formed by a hinge including one or more first hinge portions formed on the lid portion and one or more second hinge portions formed on the box portion.

The first hinge portion can include one or more protrusions, and the second hinge portion can include one or more depressions, wherein the one or more protrusions are accommodated in the one or more depressions and are freely rotating within the one or more depressions.

The first hinge portion can include one or more recesses, and the second hinge portion can include one or more protrusions, wherein the one or more protrusions are accommodated in the one or more recesses, wherein the one or more recesses center the one or more protrusions Is rotating freely.

The one or more first hinge portions and the one or more second hinge portions can be paired together by snap fitting. This type of hinge can be known as a snap hinge.

Preferably, the lid portion includes a recess portion at the bottom edge of the lid portion, wherein a portion of the clip is received in the recess portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. Advantageously, the recess can prevent blocking of the lid by the clip when the lid is moving to the closed position. In embodiments where the clip includes the top end, preferably the top end is received in the recess when the lid is in the closed position.

The receiving portion may include a flange extending from the uppermost end of the box portion and extending around at least a portion of the box opening, wherein the lid portion abuts the flange when the lid portion is in the closed position.

Advantageously, the flange can provide a tactile indication to the user that the lid has been completely moved to the closed position.

Advantageously, the flange can reduce or minimize the air flow between the lid and the box when the lid is in the closed position. This can reduce or minimize the escape of odor from the receiving portion when one or more used aerosol-generating articles are contained within the box portion.

Preferably, the flange is integrally formed with the box portion. That is, the flange and the box portion are preferably formed of a continuous section of material.

The flange may include a gap or recess in which a portion of the clip is located. In embodiments where the clip includes a top end, the top end can be located within a gap or recess.

The receiving portion may include a closing portion configured to hold the lid portion in the closed position.

The closing portion may include an interference fit between the lid portion and the box portion when the lid portion is being moved to the closed position. For example, in embodiments in which the lid portion is a lid portion and the receiving portion includes a flange, the flange can be received inside the lid portion by an interference fit when the lid portion is being moved to the closed position. In some implementations, the closure can include a snap fit between the lid and the box.

The closure can include a magnetic closure. The magnetic closure portion may include a first magnetic material positioned on the lid portion and a second magnetic material positioned on the box portion.

The closure may include hook and loop fasteners. The hook and loop fastener may include a portion of the hook material located on one of the lid portion and the box portion, and a portion of the loop material located on the other portion of the lid portion and the box portion.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, preferably the receiving portion has a top end formed by the top portion of the cover portion and a bottom end formed by the closed bottom end of the box portion of the receiving portion. The receiving portion has a maximum outer height extending between the top of the top end of the receiving portion and the bottom of the bottom end of the receiving portion. Preferably, the maximum outer height is from about 40 mm to about 150 mm, more preferably from about 40 mm to about 125 mm. The maximum outer height may be about 48 mm.

Preferably, the box portion has a first side on which the clip is located and a second side opposite to the first side. The receiving portion has a maximum outer width extending between the outermost portions of the first side and the second side. Preferably, the maximum outer width is from about 25 mm to about 60 mm, more preferably from about 25 mm to about 50 mm. The maximum outer width may be about 15.3 mm.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, preferably the lid portion has a maximum outer width extending in the same direction as the maximum outer width of the box portion. Preferably, the lid portion has a maximum outer width equal to or less than the maximum outer width of the box portion. Most preferably, the maximum outer width of the lid portion is the same as the maximum outer width of the box portion.

Preferably, the box portion has a rear side and a front side facing the rear side. In embodiments in which the lid portion is a lid portion, the hinge line preferably extends across the rear side of the box portion. The box portion has a maximum outer depth extending between the outermost portions on the rear side and the front side. Preferably, the maximum outer depth of the box portion is from about 6 mm to about 50 mm, more preferably from about 12 mm to about 25 mm. The maximum outer depth may be about 15.3 mm.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, the lid portion preferably has a maximum outer depth extending in the same direction as the maximum outer depth of the box portion. Preferably, the lid portion has a maximum outer depth equal to or less than the maximum outer depth of the box portion. Most preferably, the maximum outer depth of the lid portion is equal to the maximum outer depth of the box portion.

The box portion may include a box bottom wall surface forming a closed bottom end of the box portion. The box portion further includes a box rear wall surface extending from the box bottom wall surface, a box front wall surface opposite the box rear wall surface, and first and second box side wall surfaces extending between the box rear wall surface and the box front wall surface, respectively. can do.

Preferably, each of the box rear wall surface, the box front wall surface and the first and second box side wall surfaces includes a top edge, where the top edge defines the box opening together.

Preferably, the clip is hung on the top edge of the side wall surface of the first box. Preferably, the clip rests on the outer surface of the sidewall surface of the first box.

In embodiments in which the lid portion is a lid portion, the hinge line preferably extends at least partially along the top edge of the box rear wall surface.

The box portion and lid portion can be formed of any suitable material. The box portion and the lid portion may be formed of the same material. The box portion and the lid portion can be formed of different materials. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, metals, plastics, and combinations thereof. Preferred materials can include polypropylene, polyethylene, polyamide, polystyrene, and combinations thereof.

According to a second aspect of the invention, according to any of the embodiments disclosed herein, there is provided a kit comprising a receiving portion according to the first aspect of the invention. The kit also includes a container for an aerosol-generating article. Preferably, the container is a hinged lid container. Preferably, the clip is sized to engage the sidewall surface of the hinged lid container.

Preferably, the container is a container box bottom wall surface, a container box rear wall surface extending from the container box bottom wall surface, a container box front wall surface facing the container box rear wall surface, and between the container box rear wall surface and the container box front wall surface, respectively. It includes a container box portion, which includes side walls of the first and second container boxes that are extended. Preferably, the container includes a container lid that is hung along the hinge line on the rear wall of the container box. Preferably, the clip is sized to engage the side wall surface of the first container box.

In embodiments in which the clip includes the top end to the top end of the box portion of the receiving portion, preferably the top end of the clip is not parallel to the bottom end of the box portion, and the top edge of the side wall surface of the first container box is the bottom of the container box It is not parallel to the wall. Preferably, the top end of the clip is parallel to the top edge of the first container box sidewall surface when the clip engages the first container box sidewall surface.

The container may include an inner frame partially located within the container box portion. Preferably, the container is configured to receive a clip between the inner frame and the side wall surface of the first container box. For example, in embodiments where the inner frame is adhered to the inner surface of the container box portion, preferably the container is free of adhesive between the inner frame and the side wall surface of the first container box.

The container can be formed of any suitable material. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, cardboard, cardboard, plastic, metal, or combinations thereof. Preferably, the container can be formed of one or more folding thin layer cardboard blanks. Preferably, the cardboard has a weight of about 100 g / m2 to about 350 g / m2.

The kit can further include a plurality of aerosol-generating articles positioned within the container. Each aerosol-generating article preferably comprises an aerosol-forming substrate and a mouthpiece. The aerosol-forming substrate may include tobacco. The mouthpiece may include a filter.

The receiving portions of the first and second sides are suitable for storing one or more aerosol-generating articles. Preferably, the receiving portion is suitable for storing a plurality of aerosol-generating articles. Typically, the receiving portion is configured to store one or more aerosol-generating articles in the box portion of the receiving portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. Preferably, the receiving portion is sized to store a plurality of used aerosol-generating articles in the box portion of the receiving portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. For example, the receiving portion may be sized to contain 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 used aerosol-generating articles.

According to a third aspect of the invention, a receiving portion for storing one or more used aerosol-generating articles is provided. The receiving portion includes a box portion comprising a closed first end and a second end defining a box opening, wherein the second end is opposite the first end. The receiving portion also includes a lid portion movable relative to the box portion between a closed position where the lid portion covers the box opening and an open position where the box opening is not covered. The receiving portion also includes a clip hanging on the box portion and lying on the outer surface of the closed first end of the box portion.

Advantageously, the receiving portion according to the third aspect of the present invention allows the user to store one or more used aerosol-generating articles until the used article can be properly disposed of, for example by emptying the receiving portion with a suitable waste container. It provides a convenient way to do this.

Advantageously, the lid portion holds at least one used aerosol-generating article in the box portion when the lid portion is in the closed position.

Advantageously, the lid portion is movable relative to the box portion, allowing access to the interior of the box portion when the lid portion is in the open position. When the lid is in the open position, the one or more used aerosol-generating articles may be inserted at least partially into the box portion through the box opening. When the lid is in the open position, one or more used aerosol-generating articles can be removed from the box portion through the box opening.

Advantageously, the clip provides a convenient way for the user to store or carry the receptacle. In particular, the receiving portion can be attached to the container of the aerosol-generating article using a clip. For example, the receiving portion can be clipped to one of the wall surfaces of the container.

Advantageously, the clip allows reversible attachment of the receiving portion to the container of the aerosol-generating article. Thus, when all aerosol-generating articles in the container have been used, the receiving portion can be removed and attached to a new container of aerosol-generating article.

The first end may be the front end of the box portion, and the second end may be the rear end of the box portion.

Preferably, the first end is the top end of the box section, and the second end is the bottom end of the box section.

Preferably, the clip includes a first portion overlying the outer surface of the box portion of the receiving portion and a second portion located inside the box portion of the receiving portion such that at least a portion of the box portion includes a first portion of the clip and a second portion of the clip. To be positioned between the parts. Advantageously, this can facilitate fixing of the clip to the box portion of the receiving portion.

The second portion of the clip may be shorter than the first portion of the clip. Advantageously, providing a clip with a shorter second portion can reduce or minimize the weight of the receiving portion. Advantageously, providing a clip with a longer first portion can increase or maximize the stability of the receiving portion when attached to the container of the aerosol-generating article.

The second portion of the clip may be longer than the first portion of the clip. Advantageously, providing a clip with a shorter first portion can reduce or minimize the weight of the receiving portion. Advantageously, providing a clip with a longer second portion can facilitate securing the clip to the box portion and can increase or maximize the stability of the clip to the box portion of the receiving portion.

The box portion of the receiving portion may have a maximum width extending between the outermost portions of the first side and the second side of the box portion of the receiving portion. The first portion of the clip can have a maximum length extending between the first end of the first portion and a free end distant from the first end. The maximum length of the first portion of the clip is preferably at least about 50% of the maximum width of the box portion of the receiving portion, more preferably at least about 60% of the maximum width of the box portion of the receiving portion, more preferably the box portion of the receiving portion It is at least about 70% of the maximum width, more preferably at least about 80% of the maximum width of the box portion of the receiving portion. Additionally or alternatively, the maximum length of the first portion of the clip is preferably less than about 100% of the maximum width of the box portion of the receiving portion, more preferably less than about 95% of the maximum width of the box portion of the receiving portion, more preferably It is preferably less than about 90% of the maximum width of the box portion of the receiving portion, and more preferably less than about 85% of the maximum width of the box portion of the receiving portion.

At least a portion of the box portion of the receiving portion can be accommodated between the first portion of the clip and the second portion of the clip by interference fit. Advantageously, this can provide a simple and cost effective way to secure the clip to the box portion of the receiving portion.

The second portion of the clip can be secured to the inner surface of the box portion. For example, the second portion of the clip can be adhered to the inner surface of the box portion.

The second portion of the clip can be secured to the box portion by overmolding a portion of the box portion over the second portion of the clip.

Preferably, the clip is formed of an elastic material such that the clip is deflected towards the outer surface of the closed first end of the box portion. Advantageously, this can facilitate reliable attachment of the receiving portion to the container of the aerosol-generating article. For example, when the accommodating portion is attached to the wall portion of the container, the deflection of the clip toward the outer surface of the closed first end of the accommodating box portion causes the wall portion of the container between the clip and the box portion of the accommodating portion by interference fit. Can hold

The clip can be formed of plastic. Preferably, the clip is formed of metal. Suitable metals may include, but are not limited to, stainless steel, such as stainless steel grade 1.4301, and stainless spring steel, or combinations thereof.

The lid portion can be arranged to slide relative to the box portion between the closed and open positions. For example, the lid portion can slide in one or more guide portions on the box portion or over the one or more guide portions.

The lid part may be a lid part hanging from the second end of the box part along the hinge line. Preferably, the lid portion is rotatable about the hinge line between the open position and the closed position.

The hinge line may be formed separately from the box portion and the lid portion and may be formed by a hinge fixed to the box portion and the lid portion.

The box portion and the lid portion may be integrally formed from a single material, wherein the hinge line is formed by a weak line of the material.

Preferably, the hinge line is formed by a hinge including one or more first hinge portions formed on the lid portion and one or more second hinge portions formed on the box portion.

The first hinge portion can include one or more protrusions, and the second hinge portion can include one or more depressions, wherein the one or more protrusions are accommodated in the one or more depressions and are freely rotating within the one or more depressions.

The first hinge portion can include one or more recesses, and the second hinge portion can include one or more protrusions, wherein the one or more protrusions are accommodated in the one or more recesses, wherein the one or more recesses center the one or more protrusions Is rotating freely.

The one or more first hinge portions and the one or more second hinge portions can be paired together by snap fitting. This type of hinge can be known as a snap hinge.

The receiving portion may include a flange extending from the second end of the box portion and extending around at least a portion of the box opening, wherein the lid portion abuts the flange when the lid portion is in the closed position.

Advantageously, the flange can provide a tactile indication to the user that the lid has been completely moved to the closed position.

Advantageously, the flange can reduce or minimize the air flow between the lid and the box when the lid is in the closed position. This can reduce or minimize the escape of odor from the receiving portion when one or more used aerosol-generating articles are contained within the box portion.

Preferably, the flange is integrally formed with the box portion. That is, the flange and the box portion are preferably formed of a continuous section of material.

Preferably, the receiving portion includes a closing portion configured to hold the lid portion in the closed position.

The closing portion may include an interference fit between the lid portion and the box portion when the lid portion is being moved to the closed position. For example, in embodiments in which the lid portion is a lid portion and the receiving portion includes a flange, the flange can be received inside the lid portion by an interference fit when the lid portion is being moved to the closed position. In some implementations, the closure can include a snap fit between the lid and the box.

The closure can include a magnetic closure. The magnetic closure portion may include a first magnetic material positioned on the lid portion and a second magnetic material positioned on the box portion.

The closure may include hook and loop fasteners. The hook and loop fastener may include a portion of the hook material located on one of the lid portion and the box portion, and a portion of the loop material located on the other portion of the lid portion and the box portion.

The inner surface of at least one of the box portion and the lid portion may define one or more protrusions extending into the box portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. Advantageously, the one or more protrusions can maintain the one or more used aerosol-generating articles in a desired orientation within the box portion. The inner surface of at least one of the box portion and the lid portion may define a sector.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, preferably the receiving portion has a bottom end formed by the bottom of the lid portion and a top end formed by the closed first end of the box portion of the receiving portion. The receiving portion has a maximum outer height extending between the top of the top end of the receiving portion and the bottom of the bottom end of the receiving portion. Preferably, the maximum outer height is from about 25 mm to about 60 mm, more preferably from about 25 mm to about 50 mm. The maximum outer height may be about 15.3 mm.

Preferably, the box portion has a first side and a second side opposite to the first side. The receiving portion has a maximum outer width extending between the outermost portions of the first side and the second side. Preferably, the maximum outer width is from about 40 mm to about 100 mm, more preferably from about 50 mm to about 90 mm. The maximum outer width may be about 74 mm.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, preferably the lid portion has a maximum outer width extending in the same direction as the maximum outer width of the box portion. Preferably, the lid portion has a maximum outer width equal to or less than the maximum outer width of the box portion. Most preferably, the maximum outer width of the lid portion is the same as the maximum outer width of the box portion.

Preferably, the box portion has a rear side and a front side facing the rear side. In embodiments in which the lid portion is a lid portion, the hinge line preferably extends across the rear side of the box portion. The box portion has a maximum outer depth extending between the outermost portions on the rear side and the front side. Preferably, the maximum outer depth of the box portion is from about 6 mm to about 50 mm, more preferably from about 12 mm to about 25 mm. The maximum outer depth may be about 15.3 mm.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, the lid portion preferably has a maximum outer depth extending in the same direction as the maximum outer depth of the box portion. Preferably, the lid portion has a maximum outer depth equal to or less than the maximum outer depth of the box portion. Most preferably, the maximum outer depth of the lid portion is equal to the maximum outer depth of the box portion.

The box portion may include a top wall of the box forming a closed first end of the box portion. The box portion further includes a box rear wall surface extending from the box bottom wall surface, a box front wall surface facing the box rear wall surface, and first and second box side wall surfaces extending between the box rear wall surface and the box front wall surface, respectively. can do.

Preferably, each of the box rear wall surface, the box front wall surface and the first and second box side wall surfaces includes a bottom edge, where the bottom edge together defines the box opening.

Preferably, the clip rests on the outer surface of the top wall of the box.

In embodiments where the lid portion is a lid portion, the hinge line preferably extends at least partially along the bottom edge of the rear wall of the box.

The box portion and lid portion can be formed of any suitable material. The box portion and the lid portion may be formed of the same material. The box portion and the lid portion can be formed of different materials. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, metals, plastics, and combinations thereof. Preferred materials can include polypropylene, polyethylene, polyamide, polystyrene, and combinations thereof.

According to a fourth aspect of the invention, according to any of the embodiments disclosed herein, a kit is provided comprising a receiving portion according to the third aspect of the invention. The kit also includes a container for an aerosol-generating article. Preferably, the container is a hinged lid container. Preferably, the container includes a hole configured to receive the clip such that the clip engages the bottom wall surface of the container.

Preferably, the container is a container box bottom wall surface, a container box rear wall surface extending from the container box bottom wall surface, a container box front wall surface opposite the container box rear wall surface, and between the container box rear wall surface and the container box front wall surface, respectively. It includes a container box portion, which includes side walls of the first and second container boxes that are extended.

Preferably, the hole configured to receive the clip is located between the bottom edge of the side wall surface of the first container box and the bottom wall surface of the container box.

Preferably, the closed first end of the box portion of the receiving portion and the bottom wall surface of the container box have the same size and shape.

The container can be formed of any suitable material. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, cardboard, cardboard, plastic, metal, or combinations thereof. Preferably, the container can be formed of one or more folding thin layer cardboard blanks. Preferably, the cardboard has a weight of about 100 g / m2 to about 350 g / m2.

The kit can further include a plurality of aerosol-generating articles positioned within the container. Each aerosol-generating article preferably comprises an aerosol-forming substrate and a mouthpiece. The aerosol-forming substrate may include tobacco. The mouthpiece may include a filter.

The receiving portions of the third and fourth sides are suitable for storing one or more aerosol-generating articles. Preferably, the receiving portion is suitable for storing a plurality of aerosol-generating articles. Typically, the receiving portion is configured to store one or more aerosol-generating articles in the box portion of the receiving portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. Preferably, the receiving portion is sized to store a plurality of used aerosol-generating articles in the box portion of the receiving portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. For example, the receiving portion may be sized to contain 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 used aerosol-generating articles.

According to a fifth aspect of the invention, there is provided a receiving portion for storing one or more used aerosol-generating articles. The receiving portion includes a box portion including a closed front end and a rear end defining a box opening, where the rear end is opposed to the front end. The receiving portion also includes a lid portion movable relative to the box portion between a closed position where the lid portion covers the box opening and an open position where the box opening is not covered. The receiving portion also includes a base portion extending from the closed front end of the box portion, and the base portion includes a top wall surface orthogonal to the closed front end of the box portion and a bottom wall surface facing the top wall surface. The receiving portion also includes a clip hanging from the base portion and resting on the outer surface of the top wall surface.

Advantageously, the receiving portion according to the fifth aspect of the present invention allows the user to store one or more used aerosol-generating articles until the used article can be properly disposed of, for example by emptying the receiving portion with a suitable waste container. It provides a convenient way to do this.

Advantageously, the lid portion holds at least one used aerosol-generating article in the box portion when the lid portion is in the closed position.

Advantageously, the lid portion is movable relative to the box portion, allowing access to the interior of the box portion when the lid portion is in the open position. When the lid is in the open position, the one or more used aerosol-generating articles may be inserted at least partially into the box portion through the box opening. When the lid is in the open position, one or more used aerosol-generating articles can be removed from the box portion through the box opening.

Advantageously, the clip provides a convenient way for the user to store or carry the receptacle. In particular, the receiving portion can be attached to the container of the aerosol-generating article using a clip. For example, the receiving portion can be clipped to one of the wall surfaces of the container.

Advantageously, the clip allows reversible attachment of the receiving portion to the container of the aerosol-generating article. Thus, when all aerosol-generating articles in the container have been used, the receiving portion can be removed and attached to a new container of aerosol-generating article.

Preferably, the clip includes a first portion overlying the outer surface of the uppermost wall surface of the base portion and a second portion located inside the base portion such that at least a portion of the base portion includes a first portion of the clip and a second portion of the clip. Between them. Advantageously, this can facilitate fixing of the clip to the base portion of the receiving portion.

The second portion of the clip may be shorter than the first portion of the clip. Advantageously, providing a clip with a shorter second portion can reduce or minimize the weight of the receiving portion. Advantageously, providing a clip with a longer first portion can increase or maximize the stability of the receiving portion when attached to the container of the aerosol-generating article.

The second portion of the clip may be longer than the first portion of the clip. Advantageously, providing a clip with a shorter first portion can reduce or minimize the weight of the receiving portion. Advantageously, providing a clip with a longer second portion can facilitate securing the clip to the base portion of the receiving portion and can increase or maximize the stability of the clip to the base portion of the receiving portion.

The base portion of the receiving portion may have a maximum width extending between the outermost portions of the first side and the second side of the base portion of the receiving portion. The first portion of the clip can have a maximum length extending between the first end of the first portion and a free end distant from the first end. The maximum length of the first portion of the clip is preferably at least about 50% of the maximum width of the base portion of the receiving portion, more preferably at least about 60% of the maximum width of the base portion of the receiving portion, more preferably the base portion of the receiving portion At least about 70% of the maximum width, more preferably at least about 80% of the maximum width of the base portion of the receiving portion. Additionally or alternatively, the maximum length of the first portion of the clip is preferably less than about 100% of the maximum width of the base portion of the receiving portion, more preferably less than about 95% of the maximum width of the base portion of the receiving portion, more preferably It is preferably less than about 90% of the maximum width of the base portion of the receiving portion, and more preferably less than about 85% of the maximum width of the base portion of the receiving portion.

At least a portion of the base portion of the receiving portion may be accommodated between the first portion of the clip and the second portion of the clip by interference fit. Advantageously, this can provide a simple and cost-effective way of securing the clip to the base portion of the receiving portion.

The second portion of the clip can be fixed to the inner surface of the base portion. For example, the second portion of the clip can be attached to the inner surface of the base portion.

The second portion of the clip can be secured to the base portion by overmolding a portion of the base portion over the second portion of the clip.

Preferably, the clip is formed of an elastic material so that the clip is deflected toward the outer surface of the top wall of the base portion. Advantageously, this can facilitate reliable attachment of the receiving portion to the container of the aerosol-generating article. For example, when the receiving portion is attached to the wall portion of the container, the deflection of the clip toward the outer surface of the box portion of the receiving portion can hold the wall portion of the container between the clip and the base portion of the receiving portion by an interference fit.

The clip can be formed of plastic. Preferably, the clip is formed of metal. Suitable metals may include, but are not limited to, stainless steel, such as stainless steel grade 1.4301, and stainless spring steel, or combinations thereof.

The lid portion can be arranged to slide relative to the box portion between the closed and open positions. For example, the lid portion can slide in one or more guide portions on the box portion or over the one or more guide portions.

The lid portion may be connected to the box portion or the base portion by at least one hinge, wherein the lid portion is configured to axially rotate at least one hinge between a closed position and an open position.

The hinge may be formed separately from the box portion, the base portion and the cover portion, and may be fixed to at least one of the cover portion and the box portion and the base portion.

At least one of the lid part and the box part and the base part may be integrally formed from a single material, wherein the hinge is formed by a fragile line in the material.

Preferably, the hinge includes one or more first hinge portions formed on the cover portion and one or more second hinge portions formed on at least one of the box portion and the base portion.

The first hinge portion can include one or more protrusions, and the second hinge portion can include one or more depressions, wherein the one or more protrusions are accommodated in the one or more depressions and are freely rotating within the one or more depressions.

The first hinge portion can include one or more recesses, and the second hinge portion can include one or more protrusions, wherein the one or more protrusions are accommodated in the one or more recesses, wherein the one or more recesses center the one or more protrusions Is rotating freely.

The one or more first hinge portions and the one or more second hinge portions can be paired together by snap fitting. This type of hinge can be known as a snap hinge.

The receiving portion may include a flange extending from the box portion and extending around at least a portion of the box opening, wherein the lid portion abuts the flange when the lid portion is in the closed position.

Advantageously, the flange can provide a tactile indication to the user that the lid has been completely moved to the closed position.

Advantageously, the flange can reduce or minimize the air flow between the lid and the box portion when the lid is in the closed position. This can reduce or minimize the escape of odor from the receiving portion when one or more used aerosol-generating articles are contained within the box portion.

Preferably, the flange is integrally formed with the box portion. That is, the flange and the box portion are preferably formed of a continuous section of material.

Preferably, the receiving portion includes a closing portion configured to hold the lid portion in the closed position.

The closing portion may include an interference fit between the lid portion and the box portion when the lid portion is being moved to the closed position. For example, in embodiments in which the receiving portion includes a flange, the flange can be received inside the lid portion by an interference fit when the lid portion is moved to the closed position. In some implementations, the closure can include a snap fit between the lid and the box.

The closure can include a magnetic closure. The magnetic closure portion may include a first magnetic material positioned on the lid portion and a second magnetic material positioned on the box portion.

The closure may include hook and loop fasteners. The hook and loop fastener may include a portion of the hook material located on one of the lid portion and the box portion, and a portion of the loop material located on the other portion of the lid portion and the box portion.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, preferably at least one of the lid portion and the box portion defines the top end of the receiving portion and at least one of the lid portion and the box portion defines the bottom end of the receiving portion. The receiving portion has a maximum outer height extending between the top of the top end of the receiving portion and the bottom of the bottom end of the receiving portion. Preferably, the maximum outer height is from about 40 mm to about 150 mm, more preferably from about 40 mm to about 125 mm. The maximum outer height may be about 48 mm.

Preferably, the receiving portion has a first side and a second side opposite to the first side. The receiving portion has a maximum outer width extending between the outermost portions of the first side and the second side. Preferably, the maximum outer width is from about 40 mm to about 100 mm, more preferably from about 50 mm to about 90 mm. The maximum outer width may be about 74 mm.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, the receiving portion preferably has a rear end formed by the rear end of the lid portion, and the rear end of the receiving portion faces the closed front end of the box portion. The receiving portion has a first maximum outer depth extending between the outermost portions of the rear end of the receiving portion and the closed front end of the box portion. The first maximum outer depth is preferably about 5 mm to about 25 mm, more preferably about 5 mm to about 20 mm.

Preferably, the base portion has a maximum external height extending between the top wall surface of the base portion and the bottom wall surface of the base portion of about 5 mm to about 30 mm, more preferably about 10 mm to about 25 mm, more preferably about 15 mm to about 20 mm. Have. The maximum outer height may be about 16 mm.

Preferably, the base portion has a maximum outer depth extending between the closed front end of the box portion and the front wall surface of the base portion. Preferably, the maximum outer depth of the base portion is from about 6 mm to about 50 mm, more preferably from about 12 mm to about 25 mm. The maximum outer depth may be about 15.3 mm.

The base portion, box portion and lid portion may be formed of any suitable material. The base portion, the box portion and the cover portion may be formed of the same material. At least two of the base portion, the box portion and the cover portion may be formed of different materials. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, metals, plastics, and combinations thereof. Preferred materials can include polypropylene, polyethylene, polyamide, polystyrene, and combinations thereof.

According to a sixth aspect of the invention, according to any of the embodiments disclosed herein, a kit is provided comprising a receiving portion according to the fifth aspect of the invention. The kit also includes a container for an aerosol-generating article. Preferably, the container is a hinged lid container.

Preferably, the container includes a box portion of the container that includes a closed bottom end and a top end defining a box opening of the container, where the top end is opposite the bottom end. The container further comprises a lid portion of the container hanging from the rear wall surface of the container portion along a hinge line extending at least partially along the top edge of the rear wall surface of the box portion of the container. The box portion of the container also includes a hole configured to receive the clip such that the clip engages the closed bottom end of the box portion of the container, wherein the closed front end of the box portion of the container is a closed portion of the box portion of the container. When engaged with the bottom end, it rests on a portion of the rear wall of the box portion of the container.

Preferably, the box portion of the container has a first height extending between the hinge line and the closed bottom end of the box portion of the container, wherein the box portion of the receiving portion is a closed bottom of the box portion of the container. Has a second height extending between the top of the box portion of the receiving portion and the bottom of the box portion of the receiving portion in a direction parallel to the first height when engaged with the distal end, wherein the second height is equal to or equal to the first height It has a large second height. Advantageously, it can provide a box portion having a height sufficient to accommodate any aerosol-generating article that can be stored in the container.

Preferably, the lid portion of the container has a third height extending between the hinge line and the closed top end of the lid portion of the container, wherein the distance between the top of the receiving box portion and the hinge line is such that the clip is closed. When engaged with the bottom end, it is equal to or greater than the third height. Advantageously, this arrangement allows the user to fully open the container lid when the container is attached to the container. That is, the distance between the top of the box portion of the receiving portion and the hinge line may be sufficient to prevent contact between the container lid portion and the receiving portion when the container lid portion is fully opened.

Preferably, the base portion comprises a top surface and an opposing bottom surface, wherein the clip rests on the top surface of the base portion, wherein the height of the base portion between the top surface and the bottom surface is equal to or equal to the third height of the container lid portion Bigger. Advantageously, this arrangement can provide a desired spacing between the box portion of the receiving portion and the hinge line of the container.

The container can be formed of any suitable material. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, cardboard, cardboard, plastic, metal, or combinations thereof. Preferably, the container can be formed of one or more folding thin layer cardboard blanks. Preferably, the cardboard has a weight of about 100 g / m2 to about 350 g / m2.

The kit can further include a plurality of aerosol-generating articles positioned within the container. Each aerosol-generating article preferably comprises an aerosol-forming substrate and a mouthpiece. The aerosol-forming substrate may include tobacco. The mouthpiece may include a filter.

The receiving portions of the fifth and sixth aspects are suitable for storing one or more aerosol-generating articles. Preferably, the receiving portion is suitable for storing a plurality of aerosol-generating articles. Typically, the receiving portion is configured to store one or more aerosol-generating articles in the box portion of the receiving portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. Preferably, the receiving portion is sized to store a plurality of used aerosol-generating articles in the box portion of the receiving portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. For example, the receiving portion may be sized to contain 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 used aerosol-generating articles.

According to a seventh aspect of the invention, there is provided a receiving portion for storing one or more used aerosol-generating articles. The receiving portion includes a box portion comprising a closed bottom end and a top end defining a box opening, where the bottom end is opposite the top end. The receiving portion also includes a lid portion movable relative to the box portion between a closed position where the lid portion covers the box opening and an open position where the box opening is not covered. The receiving portion also includes a skirt portion extending from the box portion relative to the periphery of the bottom end of the box portion, wherein the skirt portion defines a cavity for receiving a portion of the container of the aerosol-generating article.

Advantageously, the receiving portion according to the seventh aspect of the present invention allows the user to store one or more used aerosol-generating articles until the used article can be properly disposed of, for example by emptying the receiving portion with a suitable waste container. It provides a convenient way to do this.

Advantageously, the lid portion holds at least one used aerosol-generating article in the box portion when the lid portion is in the closed position.

Advantageously, the lid portion is movable relative to the box portion, allowing access to the interior of the box portion when the lid portion is in the open position. When the lid is in the open position, the one or more used aerosol-generating articles may be inserted at least partially into the box portion through the box opening. When the lid is in the open position, one or more used aerosol-generating articles can be removed from the box portion through the box opening.

Advantageously, the cavity defined by the skirt provides a convenient way for the user to store or transport the receptacle. In particular, the receiving portion can be attached to the container of the aerosol-generating article by inserting a portion of the container into the cavity. For example, the lid portion of the container can be inserted into the cavity.

The cavity is formed at the closed bottom end of the box section, opposite the top end defining the box opening. Thus, advantageously, when the cavity is used to attach the receiving portion to the lid portion of the container of the aerosol-generating article, the box opening of the box portion of the receiving portion and the box opening of the box portion of the container are positioned in the same orientation. Advantageously, this can simplify the use of both the receiver and the container.

Advantageously, the cavity allows reversible attachment of the receiving portion to the container of the aerosol-generating article. Thus, when all aerosol-generating articles in the container have been used, the receiving portion can be removed and attached to a new container of aerosol-generating article.

Preferably, the skirt portion comprises first and second sidewall faces, each of which includes a top edge connected to the bottom end of the box portion, wherein each of the first sidewall faces and the second sidewall face faces the top edge. And the bottom edge, which is not parallel to the top edge. Advantageously, this can facilitate attachment of the receiving portion to the lid portion of the container of the aerosol-generating article. For example, a conventional hinged lid container for an aerosol-generating article includes a box portion having a side wall surface with a top edge that is not parallel to the bottom edge of the side wall surfaces. Thus, the non-parallel arrangement of the bottom edges of the first and second skirt sidewall faces can facilitate matching the size and shape of the cavity to the size and shape of the lid of the container of the aerosol-generating article. Advantageously, this allows the lid portion of the container of the aerosol-generating article to be fully inserted into the cavity without restricting the opening and closing of the lid portion of the container while the receiving portion is attached to the lid portion of the container.

Preferably, the skirt portion is integrally formed with the box portion. That is, preferably, the skirt portion and the box portion are formed of a continuous section of material.

The lid portion can be arranged to slide relative to the box portion between the closed and open positions. For example, the lid portion can slide in one or more guide portions on the box portion or over the one or more guide portions.

The lid part may be a lid part hanging from the uppermost end of the box part along the hinge line. Preferably, the lid portion is rotatable about the hinge line between the open position and the closed position.

The hinge line may be formed separately from the box portion and the lid portion and may be formed by a hinge fixed to the box portion and the lid portion.

The box portion and the lid portion may be integrally formed from a single material, wherein the hinge line is formed by a weak line of the material.

Preferably, the hinge line is formed by a hinge including one or more first hinge portions formed on the lid portion and one or more second hinge portions formed on the box portion.

The first hinge portion can include one or more protrusions, and the second hinge portion can include one or more depressions, wherein the one or more protrusions are accommodated in the one or more depressions and are freely rotating within the one or more depressions.

The first hinge portion can include one or more recesses, and the second hinge portion can include one or more protrusions, wherein the one or more protrusions are accommodated in the one or more recesses, wherein the one or more recesses center the one or more protrusions Is rotating freely.

The one or more first hinge portions and the one or more second hinge portions can be paired together by snap fitting. This type of hinge can be known as a snap hinge.

The receiving portion may include a flange extending from the uppermost end of the box portion and extending around at least a portion of the box opening, wherein the lid portion abuts the flange when the lid portion is in the closed position.

Advantageously, the flange can provide a tactile indication to the user that the lid has been completely moved to the closed position.

Advantageously, the flange can reduce or minimize the air flow between the lid and the box when the lid is in the closed position. This can reduce or minimize the escape of odor from the receiving portion when one or more used aerosol-generating articles are contained within the box portion.

Preferably, the flange is integrally formed with the box portion. That is, the flange and the box portion are preferably formed of a continuous section of material.

Preferably, the receiving portion includes a closing portion configured to hold the lid portion in the closed position.

The closing portion may include an interference fit between the lid portion and the box portion when the lid portion is being moved to the closed position. For example, in embodiments in which the lid portion is a lid portion and the receiving portion includes a flange, the flange can be received inside the lid portion by an interference fit when the lid portion is being moved to the closed position. In some implementations, the closure can include a snap fit between the lid and the box.

The closure can include a magnetic closure. The magnetic closure portion may include a first magnetic material positioned on the lid portion and a second magnetic material positioned on the box portion.

The closure may include hook and loop fasteners. The hook and loop fastener may include a portion of the hook material located on one of the lid portion and the box portion, and a portion of the loop material located on the other portion of the lid portion and the box portion.

When the lid is in the closed position, preferably the receiving portion has a top end formed by the top of the lid. The receiving portion has a maximum height extending between the uppermost portion of the uppermost end of the receiving portion and the lowermost portion of the closed bottom end of the box portion of the receiving portion. The maximum height is preferably about 25 mm to 60 mm, more preferably about 25 mm to 50 mm.

Preferably, the box portion has a first side and a second side opposite to the first side. The receiving portion has a maximum outer width extending between the outermost portions of the first side and the second side. Preferably, the maximum outer width is from about 40 mm to about 100 mm, more preferably from about 50 mm to about 90 mm.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, preferably the lid portion has a maximum outer width extending in the same direction as the maximum outer width of the box portion. Preferably, the lid portion has a maximum outer width equal to or less than the maximum outer width of the box portion. Most preferably, the maximum outer width of the lid portion is the same as the maximum outer width of the box portion.

Preferably, the box portion has a rear side and a front side facing the rear side. In embodiments in which the lid portion is a lid portion, the hinge line preferably extends across the rear side of the box portion. The box portion has a maximum outer depth extending between the outermost portions on the rear side and the front side. Preferably, the maximum outer depth of the box portion is from about 6 mm to about 50 mm, more preferably from about 12 mm to about 25 mm.

When the lid portion is in the closed position, the lid portion preferably has a maximum outer depth extending in the same direction as the maximum outer depth of the box portion. Preferably, the lid portion has a maximum outer depth equal to or less than the maximum outer depth of the box portion. Most preferably, the maximum outer depth of the lid portion is equal to the maximum outer depth of the box portion.

The box portion may include a box bottom wall surface forming a closed bottom end of the box portion. The box portion further includes a box rear wall surface extending from the box bottom wall surface, a box front wall surface opposite the box rear wall surface, and first and second box side wall surfaces extending between the box rear wall surface and the box front wall surface, respectively. can do.

Preferably, each of the box rear wall surface, the box front wall surface and the first and second box side wall surfaces includes a top edge, where the top edge defines the box opening together.

In embodiments in which the lid portion is a lid portion, the hinge line preferably extends at least partially along the top edge of the box rear wall surface.

The skirt portion, box portion and lid portion may be formed of any suitable material. The skirt portion, the box portion and the lid portion may be formed of the same material. At least two of the skirt portion, the box portion and the cover portion may be formed of different materials. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, metals, plastics, and combinations thereof. Preferred materials can include polypropylene, polyethylene, polyamide, polystyrene, and combinations thereof.

According to an eighth aspect of the invention, according to any of the embodiments disclosed herein, a kit is provided comprising a receiving portion according to the seventh aspect of the invention. The kit also includes a container for an aerosol-generating article. The container includes a box portion of the container and a lid portion of the container hanging along the hinge line of the container. The cavity is configured to receive at least a portion of the lid portion of the container by interference fit. Preferably, the lid portion of the cavity and container have the same size and shape.

Preferably, the bottom edge of the skirt portion and the bottom edge of the lid portion of the container have the same shape. Preferably, the bottom edge of the skirt portion is aligned with the bottom edge of the lid portion of the container when the lid portion of the container is received in the cavity. Advantageously, this can allow opening and closing of the lid of the container when the lid of the container is accommodated in the cavity.

The container can be formed of any suitable material. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, cardboard, cardboard, plastic, metal, or combinations thereof. Preferably, the container can be formed of one or more folding thin layer cardboard blanks. Preferably, the blank has a weight of about 100 g / m2 to about 350 g / m2.

The kit can further include a plurality of aerosol-generating articles positioned within the container. Each aerosol-generating article preferably comprises an aerosol-forming substrate and a mouthpiece. The aerosol-forming substrate may include tobacco. The mouthpiece may include a filter.

The receiving portions of the seventh and eighth aspects are suitable for storing one or more aerosol-generating articles. Preferably, the receiving portion is suitable for storing a plurality of aerosol-generating articles. Typically, the receiving portion is configured to store one or more aerosol-generating articles in the box portion of the receiving portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. Preferably, the receiving portion is sized to store a plurality of used aerosol-generating articles in the box portion of the receiving portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. For example, the receiving portion may be sized to contain 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 used aerosol-generating articles.

The present invention will be further described for purposes of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein:
1 shows a perspective view of a receiving portion according to a first embodiment of the invention;
FIG. 2 shows a front view of the receiving portion of FIG. 1;
Fig. 3 shows a perspective view of the receiving portion of Fig. 1 with the lid portion in the open position;
4 shows a perspective view of the receiving portion of FIG. 3 having a plurality of used aerosol-generating articles housed in the receiving portion;
FIG. 5 shows a perspective view of a kit comprising the housing of FIG. 3 and a container for an aerosol-generating article;
6 shows a perspective view of a receiving portion according to a second embodiment of the invention;
FIG. 7 shows a front view of the receiving portion of FIG. 6;
FIG. 8 shows a perspective view of a kit comprising the housing of FIG. 7 and a container for an aerosol-generating article;
FIG. 9 shows a perspective view of the kit of FIG. 8 with a receiving portion fully attached to the container;
Fig. 10 shows a perspective view of the kit of Fig. 9 with the lid of the receiving portion in the open position;
11 shows a perspective view of a receiving portion according to a third embodiment of the invention;
Fig. 12 shows a front view of the receiving portion of Fig. 11;
13 shows a side view of the receiving portion of FIG. 11;
FIG. 14 shows a perspective view of a kit comprising the housing of FIG. 11 and a container for an aerosol-generating article;
FIG. 15 shows a perspective view of the kit of FIG. 14 with the lid of the receiving portion in the open position;
16 shows a perspective view of a kit comprising a receiving portion and a container for an aerosol-generating article according to a fourth embodiment of the invention;
17 shows a cross-sectional view of the receiving portion along line 1-1 of FIG. 16;
FIG. 18 shows a perspective view of the kit of FIG. 16 with a receiving portion attached to the container; And
FIG. 19 shows a perspective view of the kit of FIG. 18 with the lid of the receiving portion in the open position.

1 to 3 show a receiving portion 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. The receiving portion 10 includes a lid portion 14 in the form of a lid portion hanging from the box portion 12 along the box portion 12 and the hinge line 16. The lid portion 14 is rotatable about the hinge line 16 between the closed position (shown in FIG. 1) and the open position (shown in FIG. 3). The top end 18 of the box portion 12 defines a box opening 20 that is covered when the lid portion 14 is in the closed position and uncovered when the lid portion 14 is in the open position. The box portion 12 includes a closed bottom end 22 facing the top end 18. As shown in FIG. 4, the receiving portion 10 is sized to accommodate a plurality of used aerosol-generating articles 23 in the box portion 12.

The box portion 12 includes a box rear wall surface 24, a box front wall surface 26, a first box side wall surface 28, and a second box side wall surface 30. The top edge of these wall surfaces together defines the box opening 20 at the top end 18 of the box portion 12. The flange 32 extends around the portion of the box portion 12 at the top end 18 of the box portion 12. When the lid portion 14 is in the closed position, the lid portion 14 is engaged with the flange 32 by snap fitting to form a closed portion that holds the lid portion 14 in the closed position.

The box portion 12 also includes a box bottom wall surface (not shown) forming the closed bottom end 22 of the box portion 12. The closed bottom end 22 of the box portion 12 also forms the bottom end of the receiving portion 10. The top wall surface 34 of the lid of the lid portion 14 forms the top end of the receiving portion 10.

The receiving portion 10 further includes a clip 36 hanging on the uppermost end 18 of the box portion 12 and lying on the outer surface of the first box side wall surface 28. The clip 36 extends from the top end 18 of the box 12 to the first end 38 extending between the top end 40 of the clip 36 and the free end 42 distant from the top end 40. ). The second part (not shown) of the clip 36 is located inside the box portion 12 and is fixed to the inner surface of the first box side wall surface 28 by adhesive. The clip 36 is formed of an elastic metal so that the clip 36 is deflected toward the first box side wall surface 28. The bottom edge 44 of the lid portion 14 includes a recess 46 in which the upper end 40 of the clip 36 is received when the lid portion 14 is in the closed position.

FIG. 5 shows a kit 50 that includes the receiving portion 10 of FIGS. 1 to 4 and a container 52 for an aerosol-generating article. The container 52 is suspended from the box portion 54 of the container along a hinge line 58 extending between the box portion 54 of the container and the container wall rear wall surface 60 and the container box rear wall surface 62. It is a hinged lid container that includes a container lid 56. As shown in FIG. 5, the clip 36 can be used to attach the receiving portion 10 to the side wall surface 64 of the first container box of the container 52. Advantageously, the angular profile of the top end 40 of the clip 36 so that the container lid 56 is still completely closed when the receiving portion 10 is attached to the container 52. Is consistent with the angular profile of the top edge of the first container box side wall surface 64. Advantageously, configuring the clip 36 for attachment of the receiving portion 10 to the side wall surface of the container 52 results in the box openings of the receiving portion 10 and the container 52 having the same orientation. And this can facilitate the use of the kit 50 by the user. The depth and height of the container portion 10, which makes it easier to use the kit 50 by the user, by easily maintaining the depth and height of the receiving portion 10, for example, the kit 50, Is consistent.

6 and 7 show the receiving unit 110 according to the second embodiment of the present invention. 8 to 10 show a kit 150 that includes a receiving portion 110 and a container 152 for an aerosol-generating article.

The receiving part 110 includes a cover part 114 in the form of a lid part hanging from the box part 112 along the box part 112 and the hinge line 116. The lid portion 114 is rotatable about the hinge line 116 between the closed position (shown in FIG. 6) and the open position (shown in FIG. 10). The bottom end 118 of the box portion 112 defines a box opening 120 that is covered when the lid portion 114 is in the closed position and uncovered when the lid portion 114 is in the open position. The box portion 112 includes a closed top end 122 facing the bottom end 118.

The box part 112 includes a box rear wall surface 124, a box front wall surface 126, a first box side wall surface 128, and a second box side wall surface 130. The bottom edge of these wall surfaces together defines the box opening 120 at the bottom end 118 of the box portion 112. The tab 132 extends from the edge of the cover portion 114, and when the cover portion 114 is in the closed position, the corresponding recess portion 133 at the bottom edge of the box front wall surface 126 by snap fit. ). The snap-fitting portion forms a closed portion for holding the lid portion 114 in the closed position.

The box portion 112 also includes a box top wall surface 135 forming the closed top end 122 of the box portion 112. The closed top end 122 of the box portion 112 also forms the top end of the receiving portion 110. The lid bottom wall surface 134 of the cover portion 114 forms the bottom end of the receiving portion 110.

The receiving portion 110 further includes a clip 136 hanging from the box portion 112 and lying on the outer surface of the top wall of the box 135. The clip 136 includes a first portion 138 extending between the first end 140 and the free end 142 distant from the first end 140. The second portion (not shown) of the clip 136 is located inside the box portion 112 and is fixed to the inner surface of the box portion 112 by adhesive. The clip 136 is formed of an elastic metal so that the clip 136 is deflected toward the top wall surface 135 of the box.

The container 152 is a hinged lid container including a container box portion 154 and a container lid portion 156 hanging from the container box portion 154 along a hinge line. 8 to 10, the clip 136 is inserted into the receiving portion (by inserting the clip through the hole between the bottom edges of the first container box side wall surface 166 and the container box bottom wall surface 164 ( 110) can be used to attach to the container box bottom wall surface 164 of the container 152. The depth and width of the accommodating portion 110 coincides with the depth and width of the container 152 that can facilitate the use of the kit 150 by the user, for example, by easily holding the kit 150. Doing.

11 to 13 show a receiving unit 210 according to a third embodiment of the present invention. 14 and 15 show a kit 250 that includes a receiving portion 210 and a container 252 for an aerosol-generating article.

The receiving portion 210 includes a box portion 212, a base portion 213, and a cover portion 214 suspended from the base portion 213 by a hinge 216. The lid portion 214 is rotatable relative to the hinge 216 between the closed position (shown in FIGS. 11-14) and the open position (shown in FIG. 15). The rear end 218 of the box portion 212 defines a box opening 220 that is covered when the lid portion 214 is in the closed position and not covered when the lid portion 214 is in the open position. The box portion 212 includes a closed front end 222 facing the rear end 218. As shown in FIG. 15, the receiving portion 210 is sized to accommodate a plurality of used aerosol-generating articles 223 in the box portion 212. The inner surface of the lid portion 214 is a fan shape that holds the aerosol-generating article 223 used when the lid portion 214 is in the closed position, in an upright position.

The box part 212 includes a box top wall surface 226, a first box side wall surface 228, and a second box side wall surface 230. The rear edges of these wall surfaces together define the box opening 220 at the rear end 218 of the box portion 212. The box portion 212 also includes a box front wall surface 224 forming the closed front end 222 of the box portion 212.

The base portion 213 extends from the closed front end 222 of the box portion 212. The base portion 213 includes a base top wall surface 215 orthogonal to the closed front end 222 of the box portion 212 and a base bottom wall surface 217 facing the base top wall surface 215.

The receiving portion 210 further includes a clip 236 suspended from the base portion 213 and placed on the outer surface of the base top wall surface 215. The clip 236 includes a first portion 238 extending between the first end 240 and the free end 242 distant from the first end 240. The second portion (not shown) of the clip 236 is located inside the base portion 213 and is fixed to the inner surface of the base portion 213 by adhesive. The clip 236 is formed of an elastic metal such that the clip 236 is deflected toward the base top wall surface 215.

The container 252 is a hinged lid container which includes a container box part 254 and a container lid part 256 suspended from the container box part 254 along a hinge line. As shown in FIGS. 14 and 15, the clip 236 includes a receiving portion (by inserting the clip through the hole between the bottom edges of the first container box side wall surface 266 and the container box bottom wall surface 264). 210) can be used to attach to the container box bottom wall surface 264 of the container 252. When the receiving portion 210 is attached to the container 252, the closed front end 222 of the receiving portion's box portion 212 rests on a portion of the container rear wall surface 268 of the container box portion 254. .

16 to 19 show a kit 350 including a receiving part 310 and a receiving part 310 and a container 352 for an aerosol-generating article according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

The receiving part 310 includes a cover part 314 in the form of a lid part hanging from the box part 312 along the box part 312 and the hinge line 316. The lid portion 314 is rotatable about a hinge line 316 between a closed position (shown in FIGS. 16-18) and an open position (shown in FIG. 19). The top end 318 of the box portion 312 defines a box opening 320 that is covered when the lid portion 314 is in the closed position and uncovered when the lid portion 314 is in the open position. The box portion 312 includes a closed bottom end 322 facing the top end 318. As illustrated in FIG. 19, the receiving portion 310 is sized to accommodate a plurality of used aerosol-generating articles 323 within the box portion 312.

The box portion 312 includes a box rear wall surface 324, a box front wall surface 326, a first box side wall surface 328, and a second box side wall surface 330. The top edge of these wall surfaces together define the box opening 320 at the top end 318 of the box portion 312. The tab 332 extends from the edge of the lid portion 314, and when the lid portion 314 is in the closed position, a recess 333 corresponding to the top edge of the box front wall surface 326 by snap fit ). The snap fit portion forms a closed portion for holding the lid portion 314 in the closed position.

The box portion 312 also includes a box bottom wall surface 335 forming the closed bottom end 322 of the box portion 312.

The receiving portion 310 further includes a skirt portion 336 extending from the box portion 312 relative to the peripheral portion of the closed bottom end 322 of the box portion 312. The skirt portion 336 is formed integrally with the box portion 312. The skirt portion 336 defines a cavity 338 for receiving a portion of the container 352.

The container 352 is a hinged lid container that includes a container box part 354 and a container lid part 356 hanging from the container box part 354 along a hinge line. 16, 18, and 19, the receiving portion 310 is attached to the container 352 by inserting the container lid portion 356 into the cavity 338 defined by the skirt portion 336. Can be. The container lid portion 356 is held in the cavity 338 by an interference fit. Advantageously, the shape of the skirt portion 336 corresponds to the shape of the container lid portion 356, so that only the container lid portion 356 is cavities 338 when the receiving portion 310 is attached to the containing portion 352. ). Advantageously, this allows opening and closing of the container lid 356 when the receiving portion 310 is attached to the container 352. That is, the receiving part 310 is moving together with the container lid part 356 when the container lid part 356 is being moved between an open position and a closed position.

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A receiving portion for storing one or more used aerosol-generating articles, the receiving portion,
A box portion comprising a closed bottom end and a top end defining a box opening, the bottom end facing the top end;
A cover portion movable with respect to the box portion between a closed position where the cover portion covers the box opening and an open position where the box opening is not covered; And
A clip, which is suspended from the uppermost end of the box portion and rests on the outer surface of the box portion. The receiving portion according to claim 1, wherein the clip includes a top end at a top end of the box portion, and a top end of the clip is not parallel to a bottom end of the box portion. 3. The clip according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the clip includes a first portion overlying an outer surface of the box portion and a second portion located inside the box portion, such that at least a portion of the box portion is made of the clip. The receiving portion, which is to be positioned between the first portion and the second portion of the clip. The receiving part according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the lid part is a lid part hanging from a top end of the box part along a hinge line. 5. The receiving portion according to claim 4, wherein the lid portion includes a recess at the bottom edge of the lid portion, and a portion of the clip is received in the recess when the lid portion is in the closed position. A kit comprising the container according to any one of claims 1 to 5 and a container for an aerosol-generating article, the container comprising:
As a container box part:
Container box bottom wall surface;
A container box rear wall surface extending from the container box bottom wall surface;
A container box front wall surface facing the container box rear wall surface; And
The container box portion comprising; first and second container box side wall surfaces extending between the container box rear wall surface and the container box front wall surface, respectively; And
Includes a container lid portion hanging on the rear wall of the container box along the hinge line,
The clip is sized to engage the sidewall surface of the first container box. The top edge of the side wall of the first container box according to claim 6, wherein the clip includes a top end at a top end of a box portion of the receiving portion, and a top end of the clip is not parallel to a bottom end of the box portion, and a top edge of the side wall surface of the first container box. Is not parallel to the bottom wall of the container box, and the top end of the clip is parallel to the top edge of the side wall of the first container box when the clip is engaged with the side wall surface of the first container box, Kit. 8. The container of claim 6 or 7, wherein the container comprises an inner frame partially located within the container box portion, and the container is configured to receive the clip between the inner frame and the sidewall surface of the first container box. Kit that is made. A receiving portion for storing one or more used aerosol-generating articles, the receiving portion,
A box portion comprising a closed first end and a second end defining a box opening, the second end facing the first end;
A cover portion movable with respect to the box portion between a closed position where the cover portion covers the box opening and an open position where the box opening is not covered; And
And a clip suspended on the box portion and placed on an outer surface of the closed first end of the box portion. A kit comprising a container according to claim 9 and a container for an aerosol-generating article, wherein the container comprises a container box part, wherein the container box part:
Container box bottom wall surface;
A container box rear wall surface extending from the container box bottom wall surface;
A container box front wall surface facing the container box rear wall surface;
First and second container box sidewall surfaces extending between the container box rear wall surface and the container box front wall surface, respectively; And
A kit between the bottom edge of the side wall surface of the first container box and the bottom wall surface of the container box, wherein the hole is configured to receive the clip such that the clip engages the container box bottom wall surface. A receiving portion for storing one or more used aerosol-generating articles, the receiving portion,
A box portion comprising a closed front end and a rear end defining a box opening, the rear end facing the front end;
A lid portion movable with respect to the box portion between a closed position where the lid part covers the box opening and an open position where the box opening is not covered;
A base portion extending from the closed front end of the box portion, the base portion including a top wall surface orthogonal to the closed front end of the box portion and a bottom wall surface facing the top wall surface; And
The clip is suspended from the base and is placed on the outer surface of the top wall. A kit comprising the container according to claim 11 and an aerosol-generating article, the container comprising:
A container box portion comprising a closed bottom end and a top end defining a box opening of the container, wherein the top end is opposite the bottom end; And
And a container lid portion suspended from the rear wall surface of the container box portion along a hinge line extending at least partially along a top edge of the rear wall surface of the container box portion.
The container box portion includes a hole configured to receive the clip such that the clip engages the closed bottom end of the container box portion, and the closed front end of the box portion of the receiving portion has the clip in the container box portion The kit, when engaged with the closed bottom end, rests on a portion of the rear wall of the container box portion. The container box portion of claim 12, wherein the container box portion has a first height extending between the hinge line and the closed bottom end of the container box portion, and the box portion of the receiving portion has the clip on the closed bottom of the container box portion. A second height extending between the top of the box portion of the receiving portion and the bottom of the box portion of the receiving portion in a direction parallel to the first height when engaged with the distal end, wherein the second height is equal to the first height Kits, which are large or large. 14. The method of claim 13, wherein the container lid portion has a third height extending between the hinge line and the closed top end of the container lid portion, the distance between the top of the box portion of the receiving portion and the hinge line is the clip A kit that is equal to or greater than the third height when engaged with the closed bottom end of the container box portion. 15. The method of claim 14, wherein the base portion includes a top surface and an opposing bottom surface, the clip rests on the top surface of the base portion, and the height of the base portion between the top surface and the bottom surface is the container lid portion A kit that is equal to or greater than the third height. A receiving portion for storing one or more used aerosol-generating articles, the receiving portion,
A box portion comprising a closed bottom end and a top end defining a box opening, the bottom end facing the top end;
A cover portion movable with respect to the box portion between a closed position where the cover portion covers the box opening and an open position where the box opening is not covered; And
A skirt portion extending from the box portion around the periphery of the bottom end of the box portion, the skirt portion defining a cavity for receiving a portion of the container of the aerosol-generating article. A kit comprising a container according to claim 16 and a container for an aerosol-generating article, wherein the container includes a container box part and a container lid part hanging from the container box part along a hinge line, and the cavity is forcibly fitted. A kit, configured to receive at least a portion of the container lid portion.

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