Patent ID: 7882989
Filing Date: 2011-02-08
Classification: B65D

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for dispensing a measured amount of paste, comprising: a flexible container for paste, comprising a closed end, a peripheral wall, and an open outlet; a top cap comprising a top surface and a bottom surface, the top cap hingedly attached to the open outlet, the bottom surface of the top cap disposed to cover the open outlet in a closed position and uncover the open outlet in an open position; a scooper attached to the bottom surface of the top cap in a substantially perpendicular orientation, the scooper configured to dip into the container in the closed position and scoop out a measured amount of paste from the container in an open position; an extension member positioned toward the open outlet which contacts the scooper when the top cap is in the closed position, wherein the extension member allows for a space behind the scooper and the peripheral wall; and a seal positioned toward the open outlet which contacts the scooper when the top cap is in the closed position and keeps paste form building up in the space behind the scooper.