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Record 1 2000-09-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Packaging in Plastic
  • Packaging in Metal
DEF

A metal or plastic can that can easily be crushed by squeezing it with one's hands.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Emballages en matières plastiques
  • Emballages en métal
DEF

Contenant de métal ou de plastique pouvant s'aplatir par simple pression des mains.

Spanish

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