Patent ID: 6086931
Filing Date: 2000-07-11
Classification: A23B,B65D

Abstract:
A sealed egg package comprising:a cup-shaped receptacle formed of transparent thermoplastic material substantially impermeable to carbon dioxide enclosing and resiliently holding therein an egg having a frangible outer shell, said receptacle having a closed bottom and a wall tapering upwardly from said closed bottom to a rim at the top surrounded by an integral outwardly extending flange, said closed bottom including resilient seating means providing cushioned support for said egg and permitting the flow of gas therearound;a cover sheet having an adhesive thereon providing peelable, substantially gas-tight engagement between the cover sheet and said flange, the receptacle and cover sheet insulating the egg from the air and inhibiting evaporation of moisture and escape of carbon dioxide from said egg; anda gaseous atmosphere sealed within said receptacle surrounding said egg, wherein said gaseous atmosphere includes carbon dioxide released from the egg itself to prevent deterioration of the egg, the transparent receptacle material permitting visual inspection of the contained egg from exterior of the receptacle.