Patent ID: 6269985
Filing Date: 2001-08-07
Classification: B65D

Abstract:
A device for securing a dispensing tube to a spray can, comprising:a substantially planar mounting portion configured for attachment to the side of a spray can; anda retention tab formed as a unit with the mounting portion and having an aperture dimensioned to receive a dispensing tube;wherein, when the mounting portion is attached to the side of the can, the retention tab is resiliently flexible from a first position, substantially parallel to the side of the can, to a second position in which the retention tab extends radially outward from the side of the can, and the aperture in the retention tab is oriented substantially parallel to the side of the can, thereby permitting the dispensing tube to be inserted through the aperture in an orientation substantially parallel to the axis of the can; andwherein, when the retention tab is released, it resiliently returns to the first position.