Cap for a container

Abstract

Cap for a container for a flowable composition, the cap comprising a lid ( 1 ) and a base ( 2 ) hingedly connected to one another, the lid comprising a base contact edge which contacts the base and an elastomeric pad ( 4 ) which is apart from the base contact edge.

1 . Cap for a container for a flowable composition, the cap comprising a lid and a base hingedly connected to one another, the lid comprising a base contact edge which contacts the base and an elastomeric pad which is apart from the base contact edge. 
     
     
         2 . Cap as claimed in  claim 1  wherein the pad sits in a recess on the lid. 
     
     
         3 . Cap as claimed in  claim 1  or  2  wherein the pad sits flush with the lid. 
     
     
         4 . Cap according to any preceding claim wherein the pad is of uniform depth. 
     
     
         5 . Cap according to any preceding claim wherein the pad comprises an injection channel. 
     
     
         6 . Cap according to any preceding claim wherein the lid and base comprise a rigid plastic material. 
     
     
         7 . Cap according to any preceding claim wherein the lid comprises an overhang. 
     
     
         8 . Cap according to any preceding claim wherein the lid comprises an upper surface which is substantially circular. 
     
     
         9 . Cap according to any preceding claim wherein the pad is disposed opposite to the hinge on the lid. 
     
     
         10 . Cap according to any preceding claim wherein an edge of the base opposite the lid is substantially circular. 
     
     
         11 . Cap according to any preceding claim which tapers outwardly towards an edge of the base opposite the lid.