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overcap closure [2 records]

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Record 1 2000-05-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Opening and Closing Devices (Packaging)
DEF

A flexible friction cover for widemouth containers, usually used for covering the opened container after the primary closure has been removed.

OBS

These closures are usually made of molded plastic and have a lug skirt.

Key term(s)
  • over cap closure

French

Domaine(s)
  • Modes d'ouverture et de fermeture (Emball.)
DEF

Pièce de fermeture, fabriquée généralement en plastique, que l'on pose par enfoncement sur un récipient et que l'on enlève en la soulevant progressivement sur les côtés.

OBS

Dans les sources rapportées, les termes «couvercle de surbouchage» et «cape de surbouchage» s'appliquent respectivement à une pièce de surbouchage en polyéthylène pour : a) une boîte alimentaire à réchauffer au four à micro-ondes b) une boîte de café vendue en épicerie.

Spanish

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Record 2 1993-08-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Opening and Closing Devices (Packaging)
DEF

... a secondary cap designed to protect the primary closure, dispenser, or fitment of a container.

CONT

Metal or plastic overcap designs attach to the container by friction-fit or thread engagement, and are used to protect aerosol and dispensing fitments. Overcaps frequently double as measuring caps for mouthwash, liquid detergents, and fabric softeners.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Modes d'ouverture et de fermeture (Emball.)
DEF

Pièce de fermeture destinée aux flacons et bouteilles (par exemple, les flacons de lotions et bouteilles de rince-bouche) et à certains contenants de forme cylindrique (par exemple : boîtes aérosol, bâtons de déodorants, etc.).

Spanish

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