NL2011828C2 - CONTAINER FOR FISH SELECTION LIQUIDS, AND A METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THEM. - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a container (1) for a viscous liquid. The container comprises a container body (2) with a peripheral wall (4) which defines an internal volume of the container body. The container further comprises a cover body (8) which is connected to the container body and which at least partially closes the internal volume of the container body. The cover body comprises a dispensing opening (11) formed therein which is in liquid flow connection with the internal volume of the container body in order to carry liquid out of the internal volume of the container body. The cover body comprises support means (15) on which the container can be supported. The container comprises a closing element (13) which is connected to the cover body and which is movable between an opened position and a closed position. In the opened position the closing element leaves the dispensing opening clear, and in the closed position the closing element closes the dispensing opening.

Description

Brief description: Holder for viscous liquids, as well as method for manufacturing them.

Description

The invention relates to a container for viscous liquids, comprising a container body, a lid body and a closing element.

Such containers are generally known as containers for cosmetic liquids, such as, for example, cream tubes. The generally known containers are in practice often formed from a relatively soft material. This makes it possible to reduce the internal volume of the container to drive the liquid out of the container through the dispensing opening, for example by squeezing the bottle or tube.

The well-known containers are made in practice by first forming a tube and separately a cap. After filling the tube with a liquid through a relatively small opening therein, the cap is screwed onto a thread on the tube. The cap and the tube each have a correspondingly shaped thread. The cap consists of two parts: a lid with the screw thread attached to it, and a shut-off valve connected to the lid for closing the opening. Lid and shut-off valve are connected by a hinge. The hinge between lid and shut-off valve runs over the outer circumference of the cap. The generally known container can easily be placed by placing the container with the shut-off valve on a flat surface. A drawback of the generally known container is that it is relatively sensitive to damage. The shut-off valve can break off the holder relatively easily, for example when a user drops the holder.

The object of the present invention is to provide a container for viscous liquids that reduces or prevents damage to the container, in particular breaking the shut-off valve.

A holder according to claim 1 is provided for this purpose. The container body of the container comprises a circumferential wall which defines an internal volume of the container body. A lid body is connected to the container body, the lid body at least partially closing off the internal volume of the container body. A metering opening is formed in the lid body, which is in fluid-flowing connection with the internal volume of the container body to carry liquid out of the internal volume of the container body. A closing element is connected to the cover body and is movable between an open position and a closed position. In its open position, the closing element releases the dispensing opening, while in its closed position, the closing element closes the dispensing opening. The lid body further comprises supporting means, on which the holder can be supported in place. The container according to claim 1, after manufacture, rests on the supporting means when placed on a flat surface, and not - as in the prior art - on the closing element. The closing element is protected in this way by the supporting means. The object of the present invention has thus been achieved.

This makes it possible to make the closing element relatively small and without any reinforcements for supporting the holder. Because of the relatively small dimensions and simple design of the closing element, it is possible to design the closing element such that it is surrounded by the supporting means. When the holder rests or falls on a surface, the support means (or the holder body) essentially come into contact with this surface.

Further advantageous embodiments are the subject of the dependent claims and will be briefly explained below.

In a preferred embodiment the closing element is pivotally connected to the cover body, for instance by means of a hinge, wherein the closing element and / or the hinge is located within a peripheral wall of the cover body. In this embodiment the hinge and / or the closing element is located within the outer circumference of the holder, which further reduces the risk of damage to the closing element and / or the hinge. It is further possible to at least partially receive the closing element and / or the hinge in the cover body. The closing element is then, as it were, sunk into the cover body for additional protection against damage. The closing element can further extend parallel to the cover body between the supporting means. In one embodiment the cover body is formed integrally with the closing element, but the closing element can further be formed separately from the cover body, whereafter both are connected to each other.

In one embodiment the closing element extends in the longitudinal direction of the holder between the supporting means and the dosing opening. The closing element can then at least be situated in a space that is tensioned between the supporting means and the cover body. The support means, as it were, tension a surface, which possibly coincides with the surface on which the holder rests. The support means are then, viewed in a longitudinal section of holder, located between this surface and a cross-sectional surface, in which the dosing opening is included. In the closed position, when the holder rests on a surface with the supporting means, the closing element is free from contact with the surface. As such, it is virtually impossible for forces from the surface to act upon the closing element when the container is placed, so that the closing element is protected against damage.

In an embodiment in which relatively little material is required, the holder consists of a holder body, a cover body and a closing element, so that a particularly compact embodiment of the holder can be formed.

In one embodiment, the cover body is integrally connected to the holder body by means of a connecting element. Lid body and container body can be formed as an integral whole. The cover body is preferably provided movably on the holder body, wherein the cover body can pivot about a pivot point which is determined by the connecting element.

In a manufactured state of the holder, the connecting element, which connects the cover body to the holder body, is preferably placed at least partially in the internal volume of the holder, for example by means of recesses for receiving the connecting element. The recesses may be provided in the lid body and / or the container body. The connecting element can be folded such that it substantially does not protrude beyond the outer circumference of the holder, which, apart from an aesthetic advantage, prevents an undesired engagement of the connecting element.

In an advantageous embodiment, the lid body is inseparably connected to the container body, preferably over the entire circumference of the circumferential wall. The lid body thereby fits on the holder body, in particular on the peripheral edge. The insoluble connection is preferably established by means of, for example, a fusion, sealing, (ultrasonic) welding, spot welding, gluing or a combination thereof. A liquid-tight connection of the cover body to the holder body is hereby achieved in a simple manner.

The inseparable connection between the lid body and the peripheral wall of the container body according to the present invention, which in an embodiment is preferably made over substantially the entire peripheral edge, forms a firm connection, but requires only a very limited contact surface between lid body and peripheral wall . Hard parts such as engagement elements for a closure are not necessary. In addition, virtually no closing forces (for example, pressing a tight fit) are required to effect the connection, so that there is no need for hard parts or additional material for reinforcement.

It is noted here that, according to the state of the art, additional hard parts are necessary for closing the container. The known container itself is substantially formed from a relatively soft material. The hard parts are formed by, for example, a thread of the container body or a thickening or reinforcement of the lid body or closing element. In addition, the known holders also provide hard parts for engagement elements for a closure (for example, narrow fits, ribs and grooves). These hard parts impose limitations on the shape of the container body, the lid body or the closing element, which thereby become relatively complex and require relatively much material.

In a preferred embodiment the supporting means comprise a supporting edge provided on the cover body. The supporting edge preferably runs over it in the circumferential direction of the cover body and at least partially surrounds the closing element. The edge can herein extend continuously or interrupted over the cover body. It is also conceivable that support points are used instead of a support edge. In the case of a lid body provided convexly with respect to the internal volume of the container body, the support edge may be provided as an edge protruding substantially transversely of the lid body. In the case of a lid body provided concave with respect to the internal volume of the container body, the support edge may be formed by the curvature of the lid body.

In one embodiment, the lid body extends at least partially in the internal volume of the container body. The cover body can be placed in such a simple manner relative to the holder body, so that the inseparable connection can easily be provided. Preferably, a lid edge of the lid body partially extends into the internal volume of the container body. In one embodiment, the filling opening is of substantially the same dimensions as the outer circumference of the lid body. The cover body is preferably provided in a tapered direction towards the holder body, so that the cover body is more easily received within the holder body when the cover body is fitted on the holder body.

Furthermore, it is possible for the container body to be extended in the direction of the dosing opening. In a longitudinal section the container body can then be provided substantially V-shaped, the wide side of the V-shape being situated near the dispensing opening. In one embodiment, the container body is continuously continuous in the circumferential direction with a component in a radially outward direction. Such the container body can for instance be provided in a cup shape.

The closing element is preferably, at least in the closed position, completely located within a contour determined by the cover body. The lid body herein comprises a lid surface remote from the internal volume of the container body. In the closed position, the closing element is included in the cover surface.

In one embodiment the cover body is provided with a recess adjoining the closing element, with which the closing element can be engaged by a user. The recess is preferably of such a size that it is easily accessible to a nail or finger of the user. The recess in this case extends in particular partly next to and partly below the closing element.

In one embodiment, a cross-section of an end of the container body located near the lid body is at least 80%, preferably at least 90%, even more preferably at least substantially 100%, of the maximum cross-section of the container body. In practice, the container body is often filled by this cross-section, with a larger cross-section allowing a greater filling speed.

In one embodiment, the container body is formed from a substantially smooth peripheral wall, preferably with a relatively thin wall thickness, which is particularly preferably substantially constant along the transverse axis of the container. Such a relatively small amount of material is required for forming the container body. The container body, and / or the lid body and / or the closing element is in one embodiment made of polypropylene or polypropylene (PP). In particular, the lid edge of the lid body is also designed as a smooth wall. This is possible because the inseparable connection between cover body and container body eliminates the need for engagement means such as threads or ribs. The container wall is preferably formed from a relatively thin-walled material. In this way the amount of material required for a container is reduced.

According to an aspect of the invention, the invention relates to a method for manufacturing a container, in particular a container according to the present invention, with a viscous liquid, according to claim 16. The method comprises first of all the step of forming : a container body with a circumferential wall that defines an internal volume of the container body, as well as a filling opening; a lid body integrally connected to the container body with a dispensing opening formed therein, as well as with support means on which the container can be supported, at least in a fully manufactured state; forming a closing element connected to the lid body and movable between an open position and a closed position, wherein in the open position the lid member releases the dosing opening, and wherein in the closed position the closing element closes the dosing opening and closes between the supporting means and the dosing opening extends. In the forming step, preferably all parts of the holder are integrally formed with each other. No additional training steps are then required and, due to the possible integral implementation, it is possible to keep all parts in close proximity at all times. In one embodiment, it is possible to form the closing element separately from the cover body with a possibly different forming technique. Sealing element and lid body are then connected to each other in a further step, which can take place before or after filling of the container body.

The holder according to the present invention is provided with a relatively simple closing element, whereby the holder can be made relatively simple. In one embodiment the holder preferably consists of the holder body, the cover body and the closing element, so that no additional components are required for providing a holder.

Secondly, the method comprises the step of filling the internal volume of the container body with a viscous liquid after the step of forming the container body and the lid body. In one embodiment, the filling step takes place further after the step of forming the closing element. The filling preferably takes place through a filling opening in the holder, which is accessible because the cover body is pivoted away from the peripheral edge of the peripheral wall.

Finally, the method comprises the step of closing the internal volume of the container body after the filling step by connecting the lid body inseparably to the container body. The non-detachable connection is preferably arranged over the entire circumference of the circumferential wall. In particular, the non-detachable connection is a liquid-tight bond between the lid body and container body. After providing the non-detachable connection, the container is preferably ready for use: the liquid in the container can then be dosed through the dosing opening, which can be closed by means of the closing element. In one embodiment, it is possible to form the closing element after the filling step and to connect it to the lid body.

The filling opening of the container body is preferably at least 80%, preferably at least 90%, even more preferably at least substantially 100%, of the maximum cross-section of the container body. This allows a container according to the present invention to be filled faster. There is no need for a narrowing for reinforcement, such as, for example, a neck, which is customary according to the prior art. When filling the container, the liquid can thus be supplied through a filling opening with a surface that is substantially equal to, or at least to a large extent equal to, that of the largest cross-section of the container running substantially parallel to the filling opening. . A maximized filling opening has the advantage that the liquid can be supplied at a high speed, which shortens the production time of a container according to the present invention compared to the known containers. Furthermore, in a container according to the present invention, a possible, additional filling opening is superfluous, which simplifies and speeds up the production of such a container.

It is noted here that it is known from the prior art to fill the generally known container through an opening at an end of the container body situated opposite an end with the dispensing opening, whereafter this opening is closed by an additional closing step. This additional step is disadvantageous with respect to the container according to the present invention, which does not require an additional closing step.

In one embodiment, the method comprises the steps of forming the container body, the lid body, and the closing element in a single, integral step, in particular by means of injection molding. The integral forming leads to a rapid manufacturing process, whereby the production time of a container is shortened. It is further conceivable that different containers are formed simultaneously in parallel manufacturing steps.

Preferably, the step of releasably connecting the cover body to the container body comprises the step of sealing, spot welding, or ultrasonic spot welding.

In one embodiment, the step of releasably connecting the lid body to the container body comprises the step of pivoting the lid body. The lid body pivots substantially around the fastening element into contact with the container body. The lid body is preferably provided with a lid edge which, in a simple manner, leads the lid body at least partially into the internal volume of the container body.

The forming step preferably comprises printing at least the container body, preferably by means of in-mold labeling. As a result, the holder body can be provided with a logo or relief, such as, for example, a brand name or content indication. No additional printing step is thus required for providing such a logo. If desired, the holder can still be printed in a manner conventional to the person skilled in the art. In addition, it is also conceivable to print the entire holder or parts thereof in one of the ways described above.

The dosing opening is preferably closed by the closing element for the filling step. The closing element is thereby pivoted towards the dosing opening until it closes the dosing opening. After applying the inseparable connection between container body and lid body, the liquid is then completely enclosed within the container. It is also conceivable that in a step of the method the dispensing opening is closed in a different manner by a closing means such as a foil or stopper.

The invention will be further elucidated with the aid of the attached figures, in which some advantageous embodiments of a holder according to the present invention are shown.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of one end of an embodiment of the container according to the present invention during its manufacture.

FIG. 2 shows an embodiment of the holder according to the present invention during its manufacture in a side view.

FIG. 3 shows an embodiment of the holder according to the present invention with an opened closing element in perspective.

FIG. 4 shows an embodiment of the container according to the present invention with a closed closing element in perspective.

FIG. 5 shows an embodiment of the holder according to the present invention with an opened closing element in a further perspective.

FIG. 6 shows an embodiment of the container according to the present invention in various stages of its manufacture.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of one end of an embodiment of the container 1 according to the present invention during its manufacture. The container 1 comprises a container body 2 with an internal volume in which a viscous liquid can be held. The internal volume is surrounded by a peripheral wall 4 of the container body 2 and accessible through a filling opening V, which is defined by the peripheral edge 5 of the peripheral wall 4.

A cover body 8 is inseparably connected to the holder body 2 by means of a connecting element 7. This connecting element 7 is integrally connected to the holder body 2. The connecting element 7 is arranged such that the cover body 8 is movable relative to the holder body 2. The cover body 8 is adapted to at least partially close off the internal volume of the holder body 2, the cover body 8 being placed substantially over the filling opening . The shape of the lid body 8, in particular the shape of the lid edge 14 of the lid body 8, thus corresponds to the shape of the container body 2. In FIG. 1, these are round, but other shapes such as ovals or polygons are of course conceivable.

In addition, a metering opening 11 is provided in the lid body 8 which is in fluid-flowing connection with the internal volume of the container body in order to carry liquid out of the internal volume of the container body 2. To be able to close the dispensing opening 11, a closing element 13 is provided. This closing element 13 is inseparably connected to the lid body 8 and is movable between an open position and a closed position, wherein in the open position the lid member 13 releases the dispensing opening 11, so that it is possible to remove liquid from the internal volume of the container body 2. and wherein in the closed position the closing element 13 closes off the dosing opening 11, so that the liquid can be completely enclosed within the container 1. The closing element 13 in FIG. 1 is provided with a pin which fits into the dosing opening 11 in the closed position.

A cover 17 is furthermore provided in the cover body 8, with which the closing element 13 can be engaged by a user. The recess is placed adjacent to the closing element 13. The recess is preferably easily accessible for, for example, a finger or nail of a user for opening the closing element 13.

Furthermore, supporting means 15 are provided on the lid body 8, on which the holder 1 can be placed supporting. In FIG. 1, the supporting means 15 are designed as a supporting edge 15 provided on the cover body 8. In FIG. 1, the support means (15) extend substantially in the circumferential direction of the cover body 8, the support means 15 partially enclosing the closing element 13. In FIG. 1, the support edge 15 is interrupted near the recess 17. A surface remote from the inner volume of the container body 2 of the support edge 15 in FIG. 1 is flat, so that stable placement of the holder is possible. In the closed position, the closing element 13 extends in the longitudinal direction of the holder 1 between the supporting means 15 and the dosing opening 11. The supporting means 15 on the one hand tension a supporting surface, which possibly coincides with the surface on which the holder 1 rests. On the other hand, the dosing opening 11 defines a dosing opening surface in the transverse direction of the holder 1, in which the dosing opening 11 is received. In the closed position, the closing element 13 lies substantially between this supporting surface and this dosing opening surface. In any case, the closing element 13 lies remotely, in a direction towards the holder body 2, from the supporting surface.

The holder 1 as shown in FIG. 1 can be filled through the filling opening 11. After filling the internal volume of the container body 2, the lid body 8 can be pivoted towards the container body 2. The connecting element 7 serves as it were as a pivot point around which the cover body 8 can pivot. The cover body 8 can be placed on the peripheral edge 5 in such a way that it substantially covers the filling opening. During its manufacture, the cover body 8 in this position is inseparably connected to the holder body 2 over the entire circumference 5 of the circumferential wall 4. This can be achieved, for example, by fusing the holder body 2 and the cover body 8. This non-detachable connection is preferably established by means of sealing, (ultrasonic) welding, spot welding, gluing or a combination thereof. Liquid can now be discharged from the inner volume of the container body 2 via the dosing opening 11 in the lid body 8.

The closing element 13 is pivotally connected to the cover body 8 for, on the one hand, closing off and, on the other hand, dosing liquid through the dispensing opening 11. Thus, the liquid in the container 1 can be stored for a long time without the risk of undesired leakages.

In FIG. 1, the dimensions of the closing element 13 are substantially smaller than those of the cover body 8. This makes it possible to provide the supporting means 15 on the cover body 8 in such a way that they partially surround the closing element 13. In the closed position, the closing element 13 does not extend beyond the supporting means 15. As a result, the holder 1 with the supporting means 15 can be placed on the underside of the holder 1 in a stable manner. The supporting means 15 protect the closing element 13, as it were, in that forces, for example during the placing or by the self-balancing of the holder 1, are absorbed by the supporting means 15. In the closed position, the closing element 13 does not come into contact with a possible placing surface on which holder 1 is placed. Hardly any forces are exerted on the closing element 13 in this way, as a result of which the closing of the holder 1 is guaranteed, and undesired damage, resulting in incorrect closing, is prevented.

A further advantage is that the container 1 can easily be stored, wherein the liquid in the container 1 moves towards the dosing opening 11 by means of gravity. The liquid is then easier to dose, because there is substantially no air between the dosing opening 11 and liquid.

FIG. 2 shows an embodiment of the container 1 according to the present invention during its manufacture in a side view. In FIG. 2, the shape of the holder body 2 is designed as a V-shaped tube. Other shapes such as sleeves or bottles with or without round or polygonal cross-sections are also conceivable.

FIG. 2 clearly illustrates that the filling opening in a container 1 according to the present invention is maximized. The filling opening V, which is determined by the peripheral edge 5 of the peripheral wall 4, comprises in FIG. 2 shows a maximum cross-sectional area of the container body 2, whereby large filling speeds can be achieved. In FIG. 2, a cross-section of an end of the container body 2 located near the lid body (8) is substantially 100% of the maximum cross-section of the container body 2. It is also conceivable to provide the filling opening such that this cross-section is at least 80% , preferably at least 90%, of the maximum diameter. The shape of the holder body 2 can thus be adapted to, for example, aesthetic requirements for the holder 1.

The container body 2 is preferably formed from a substantially smooth peripheral wall 4. In FIG. 2, this circumferential wall 4 is smooth on the outside, but also on the inside. Due to the inseparable connection between cover body 8 and holder body 2, there is no need to provide threads, ribs or grooves for fixing the cover body 8 to the holder body 2. This has the advantage that such a holder 1 requires less material.

FIG. 3 shows an embodiment of the holder 1 according to the present invention in a manufactured state with an opened closing element 13 in perspective. The lid body 8 extends at least partially in the internal volume of the container body 2. The cover edge 14 of the cover body 8 is herein preferably at least partially received within the holder body 2. Holder body 2 and cover body 8 are in contact with each other at the peripheral edge 5, where preferably the inseparable connection is also provided. As already mentioned, this connection can be established by sealing ... {complete}

FIG. 4 shows an embodiment of the container 1 according to the present invention in a manufactured condition, with a closed closing element 13 in perspective. The closing element 13 is located, at least in the closed position, completely within a contour determined by the cover body 8. The cover body 8, as it were, tensiones a surface remote from the inner volume, in which the closing element 13 is received. The closing element 13 then extends at least not beyond the supporting means 15 in the longitudinal direction. In the embodiment shown, the closing element also does not extend beyond the dosing opening 11. The surface of the cover body 8 in which the closing element 13 is located in the closed position is shown in FIG. 4 curved. However, it is conceivable that the surface forms a flat surface. In addition, other curves such as convex and concave are also conceivable.

FIG. 5 shows an embodiment of the holder 1 according to the present invention with an opened closing element 13 in a further perspective. FIG. 5 clearly shows that the connecting element 7 is at least partially placed in the internal volume of the container 1. In FIG. 5 it can be clearly seen that a recess for the connecting element 7 is provided in the lid body 8. It is also conceivable that this recess is provided in the holder body 2. The connecting element 7 is concealed within the circumference of the holder 1 such that an undesired engagement of the connecting element 7 is prevented thereby.

FIG. 6 shows an embodiment of the container 1 according to the present invention in various stages of its manufacture. In FIG. 6a, the holder 1 can be seen after the forming step. A holder 1 is formed with a holder body 2 with a circumferential wall 4 which defines an internal volume of the holder body 2, as well as a filling opening V, with furthermore a lid body 8 integrally connected to the holder body 2 with a dispensing opening 11 formed therein, and with supporting means 15 on which the holder 1 can be supported, at least in a completely manufactured state. Furthermore, a closing element 13 connected to the lid body is formed, which is movable between an opened position and a closed position, wherein in the opened position the lid member 13 releases the dosing opening 11, and wherein in the closed position the closing element 13 closes the dosing opening 11 and extends between the supporting means 15 and the dosing opening 11.

In one embodiment, the forming of the container body 2, the lid body 8, and the closing element 13 take place in a single, integral step, in particular by means of injection molding.

In addition, in one embodiment it is possible to form the closing element 13 separately from the lid body 8, wherein it is possible to form the closing element 13 with a different forming technique than that used for the lid body 8 and / or container body 2. The closing element serves then after being formed with lid body 8. This connection can take place before filling of the container body 2, but also after the filling step. Although injection molding is preferred, it is conceivable to manufacture the container 1 by means of other forming techniques such as shaping, deep drawing, thermoforming, a form / fill / seal process, or other techniques known per se to the person skilled in the art.

Furthermore, it is possible to print on the holder body, or optionally the holder 1, to affix a, for example, a logo or relief. The technique of in-mold labeling is particularly suitable for this. The holder 1 then no longer needs a separate step for providing a label. However, it is conceivable that the holder 1 is still labeled in an additional step.

After forming, the container 1 is brought into a filling orientation. In FIG. 6a, this is an upward orientation. Subsequently, the container 1 is filled through the filling opening, which is determined by the peripheral edge 5 of the peripheral wall 4.

The filled container 1 is shown in FIG. 6b, the liquid level being schematically and illustratively indicated by a dotted line (as in Figs. 6b-e). The indicated liquid level is indicated randomly and such a container 1 can be filled as desired.

After filling, the cover body 8 is pivoted onto the circumferential wall 4. The lid body 8 herein pivots around the connecting element 7, which is then received within the internal volume of the container 1. In FIG. 6c, this connecting element 7 is therefore not visible. When the lid body 8 and the container body 2 are in contact, the inseparable connection is made. As discussed above, this is preferably done by fusing the cover body 8 and the container body 2, for example by spot welding or ultrasonic welding.

FIG. 6d shows the holder 1, wherein the closing element 13 is in the closed position. To close the liquid in the container 1, it is necessary to close the closing element 13. In this case the pin of the closing element 13 preferably fits into the dosing opening 11. The closing of the closing element 13 can take place before or after filling of the container body 2. In addition, it is further conceivable to close the dosing opening 11 with a preferably one-time breakable sealing foil.

FIG. 6e shows a holder 1 in a state in which it can be placed on a surface B. For this purpose the supporting means 15 form a substantially flat surface. The holder 1 rests completely on the support means 15, so that there is no contact between the surface on which the holder 1 rests and the closing element 13.

It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention has been described above for clarification on the basis of a few embodiments thereof. However, the invention is not limited to these embodiments.

For example, the container is not limited to the type of viscous liquid contained therein. The container according to the present invention is, for example, further suitable for holding cosmetic liquids, such as shampoo, and foodstuffs. In addition, the container according to the present invention is particularly suitable for viscous liquids, but it is conceivable that it is used for other liquids or possibly solid products, such as fine-grained materials such as salt. Within the requested scope of protection, which is determined by the appended claims, many equivalent adjustments and modifications are possible.

Claims (25)

A container (1) for a viscous liquid, comprising: A container body (2) with a peripheral wall (4) defining an internal volume of the container body (2); A lid body (8) which is connected to the container body (2) and which at least partially closes off the internal volume of the container body, the lid body (8) comprising a dosing opening (11) formed therein which is in fluid-flowing connection with the internal volume of the container body to carry liquid out of the internal volume of the container body (2), wherein the lid body (8) comprises support means (15) on which the container (1) can be supported in place, and a closing element (13) connected to the lid body (8) and movable between an open position and a closed position, wherein in the open position the closing element (13) releases the dosing opening (11), and wherein in the closed position the closing element (13) the dosing opening (11) close. Holder (1) according to claim 1, wherein the closing element (13) is pivotally connected to the cover body (8), the closing element (13) being located within a peripheral wall of the cover body (8). Holder (1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the closing element (13) extends in the longitudinal direction of the holder (1) between the support means (15) and the dispensing opening (11). Holder (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the cover body (8) is integrally connected to the holder body (2) by means of a connecting element (7). The container (1) according to claim 4, wherein the connecting element (7) is placed at least partially in the internal volume of the container (1). Holder (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the cover body (8) is inextricably connected to the holder body (2) over substantially the entire circumference of the circumferential wall (4). Holder (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the support means comprise a support edge provided on the lid body (8). A container according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the support means (15) extend substantially in the circumferential direction. A container according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the support means (15) at least partially surround the closing element (13). Container (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the cover body (8) is inseparably connected to the peripheral wall (4) by means of sealing, (ultrasonic) welding, spot welding, gluing or a combination thereof. Container (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the lid body (8) extends at least partially in the internal volume of the container body (2). Container (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the closing element (13) is at least in the closed position entirely within a contour determined by the lid body (8). Container (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the cover body (8) is provided with a recess (17) adjacent to the closing element (13), with which the closing element (13) can be engaged by a user. Container (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein a cross-section of an end of the container body (2) located near the lid body (8) is at least 80%, preferably at least 90%, even more preferably at least in substantially 100% of the maximum cross-section of the container body (2). A container according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein container body (2) is formed from a substantially smooth peripheral wall (4), preferably with a relatively thin wall thickness, which is particularly preferably substantially constant along the transverse axis of the container. A method of manufacturing a container (1), in particular a container (1) according to claims 1 to 12, with a viscous liquid, the method comprising the steps of: Forming: o A container body (2 ) with a circumferential wall (4) defining an internal volume of the container body (2), as well as a filling opening; o A lid body (8) integrally connected to the container body (2) with a dosing opening (11) formed therein, as well as with support means (15) on which the container (1) can be supported, at least in a completely manufactured state; Forming a closing element (13) connected to the lid body (8) and movable between an open position and a closed position, the lid member (13) releasing the dispensing opening (11) in the open position, and in the closed position the closing element (13) closes the dosing opening (11) and extends between the supporting means (15) and the dosing opening (11); Filling the internal volume of the container body (2) with a viscous liquid after the step of forming container body (2) and lid body (8), as well as; Closing the internal volume of the container body (1) after the filling step by connecting the lid body (8) releasably to the container body (2). A method according to claim 16, wherein the filling opening of the container body (2) is at least 80%, preferably at least 90%, even more preferably at least substantially 100%, of the maximum cross-section of the container body (2). A method according to claim 16, 17 or 18, wherein the steps of forming the container body (2), the lid body (8), and the closing element (13) take place in a single, integral step, in particular by means of injection molding. A method according to claims 16-18, wherein the step of releasably connecting the cover body (8) to the holder body (2) comprises the step of sealing, spot welding, or ultrasonic spot welding. A method according to claims 16-19, wherein the step of inseparably connecting the lid body (8) to the container body (8) comprises the step of pivoting the lid body (8). A method according to claims 16-20, wherein the step of forming comprises printing at least the container body (2), preferably by means of in-mold printing. Method according to claims 16-21, wherein the dosing opening (11) is closed by the closing element (13) for the filling step. A method according to any of claims 16, 17, 19 to 22, wherein the step of forming a closing element (13) connected to the lid body (8) comprises the steps of forming a closing element (13) and subsequently connecting the closing element (13) to the cover body (8). A method according to claim 23, wherein connecting the closing element (13) to the lid body (8) takes place before the filling step. The method of claim 23, wherein connecting the closure element (13) to the lid body (8) takes place after the filling step.