Patent ID: 8833598
Filing Date: 2014-09-16
Classification: A47G

Abstract:
1. A protective spout cover configured for sealing engagement with a universal spout on a food pouch, the protective spout cover comprising: a unitary elastomeric member having an upper end, a lower end, and a sidewall defining a generally cylindrical lumen extending therethrough, the sidewall comprising: wherein the valve portion comprises a valve configured to control the flow of food from the food pouch; wherein the first sidewall portion is sized and shaped to receive and grip an exterior surface of the universal spout, and wherein the first sidewall portion comprises a first interior surface, the first interior surface comprising an inward-projecting gripping lip adapted to engage and grip a corresponding groove on the exterior surface of the universal spout; and wherein the spout cushioning portion comprises a second sidewall portion configured to sealingly engage an exterior surface of the universal spout.