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US20060068064A1
US20060068064A1 US11/237,403 US23740305A US2006068064A1 US 20060068064 A1 US20060068064 A1 US 20060068064A1 US 23740305 A US23740305 A US 23740305A US 2006068064 A1 US2006068064 A1 US 2006068064A1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D65/00—Wrappers or flexible covers; Packaging materials of special type or form
    • B65D65/38—Packaging materials of special type or form
    • B65D65/46—Applications of disintegrable, dissolvable or edible materials
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D85/00—Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials
    • B65D85/70—Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for materials not otherwise provided for
    • B65D85/72—Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for materials not otherwise provided for for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials
    • B65D85/80—Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for materials not otherwise provided for for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for milk
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y02—TECHNOLOGIES OR APPLICATIONS FOR MITIGATION OR ADAPTATION AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
    • Y02A—TECHNOLOGIES FOR ADAPTATION TO CLIMATE CHANGE
    • Y02A40/00—Adaptation technologies in agriculture, forestry, livestock or agroalimentary production
    • Y02A40/90—Adaptation technologies in agriculture, forestry, livestock or agroalimentary production in food processing or handling, e.g. food conservation
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y02—TECHNOLOGIES OR APPLICATIONS FOR MITIGATION OR ADAPTATION AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
    • Y02W—CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION TECHNOLOGIES RELATED TO WASTEWATER TREATMENT OR WASTE MANAGEMENT
    • Y02W90/00—Enabling technologies or technologies with a potential or indirect contribution to greenhouse gas [GHG] emissions mitigation
    • Y02W90/10—Bio-packaging, e.g. packing containers made from renewable resources or bio-plastics

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  • the disclosures made herein relate generally to baby formula.
  • the invention discussed herein is in the general classification of powdered infant formula.
  • Baby formula in liquid form is often brought with the parent or caregiver wherever he or she goes.
  • liquid baby formula must be put in some sort of container, often a baby bottle. If a caregiver spills the baby formula, the caregiver will not have the appropriate amount of baby formula available when feeding time arrives. Spillage of the formula can also be messy. To date, no adequate, non-liquid baby formula has been developed.
  • Quick Dissolve Packets utilize a combination of cellulose and starch to create a pouch that is filled with a measured amount of powdered baby formula. These pouches can be dissolved by a caregiver in a baby bottle or other container filled with the requisite amount of water. The pouch will dissolve in the water and the powdered baby formula and water can be mixed to provide food for an infant.
  • the principal object of this invention is to provide powdered baby formula that is easily transported and that can be dissolved in water.
  • Another object of this invention is to provide a baby formula that is clean and easy to use.
  • Yet another object this invention is to provide an affordable baby formula.
  • FIG. 1 depicts a perspective view of the preferred embodiment of the invention.
  • FIG. 2 depicts a cross-sectional view of the preferred embodiment of the invention.
  • the Quick Dissolve Packets of the present invention are comprised of at least some of the following: a cellulose and starch packet and powdered baby formula.
  • a thin outer shell 2 surrounds powdered baby formula (not pictured).
  • the outer shell 2 is roughly rectangular in shape and measures approximately one cubic inch in volume when filled.
  • a cross-section of the outer shell 2 reveals the powdered baby formula 3 that is contained within.
  • the powdered formula 3 can be milk-based, soy-based, or contain other types of suitable ingredients.
  • the Quick Dissolve Packets are designed to allow a user to easily transport formula in non-liquid form to reduce the likelihood of messy spills.
  • the Quick Dissolve Packets permit a user to simply fill an infant's bottle with the necessary amount of water and insert one packet into the bottle when an infant becomes hungry.
  • the surrounding outer shell dissolves in the water to allow the powdered baby formula and water to mix to create a consumable liquid. To aid in this mixing process, a user can put the lid back onto the baby bottle and shake it.

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Abstract

This invention utilizes cellulose and starch to create a pouch that is filled with a measured amount of powdered baby formula. These pouches can be dissolved by a caregiver in a baby bottle or other container filled with the requisite amount of water to produce consumable baby formula.

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    CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
  • This Non-provisional patent Application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/613,457 entitled “Quick Dissolve Packets” filed on Sep. 27, 2004.
    • FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE
  • The disclosures made herein relate generally to baby formula. The invention discussed herein is in the general classification of powdered infant formula.
    • BACKGROUND
  • In order to properly care for a baby, a parent or other caregiver has to transport a number of items with him or her when away from home. Baby formula in liquid form is often brought with the parent or caregiver wherever he or she goes. Unfortunately, liquid baby formula must be put in some sort of container, often a baby bottle. If a caregiver spills the baby formula, the caregiver will not have the appropriate amount of baby formula available when feeding time arrives. Spillage of the formula can also be messy. To date, no adequate, non-liquid baby formula has been developed.
    • SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE
  • Quick Dissolve Packets utilize a combination of cellulose and starch to create a pouch that is filled with a measured amount of powdered baby formula. These pouches can be dissolved by a caregiver in a baby bottle or other container filled with the requisite amount of water. The pouch will dissolve in the water and the powdered baby formula and water can be mixed to provide food for an infant.
  • Although the invention described herein is often referred to as baby formula or infant formula, it should be understood that it could be used for a variety of applications in the food industry.
  • The principal object of this invention is to provide powdered baby formula that is easily transported and that can be dissolved in water.
  • Another object of this invention is to provide a baby formula that is clean and easy to use.
  • Yet another object this invention is to provide an affordable baby formula.
    • BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
  • FIG. 1 depicts a perspective view of the preferred embodiment of the invention.
  • FIG. 2 depicts a cross-sectional view of the preferred embodiment of the invention.
    • DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
  • The Quick Dissolve Packets of the present invention are comprised of at least some of the following: a cellulose and starch packet and powdered baby formula.
  • In the preferred embodiment of the packet 1, shown in FIG. 1, a thin outer shell 2 surrounds powdered baby formula (not pictured). The outer shell 2 is roughly rectangular in shape and measures approximately one cubic inch in volume when filled.
  • In FIG. 2, a cross-section of the outer shell 2 reveals the powdered baby formula 3 that is contained within. The powdered formula 3 can be milk-based, soy-based, or contain other types of suitable ingredients.
  • The Quick Dissolve Packets are designed to allow a user to easily transport formula in non-liquid form to reduce the likelihood of messy spills. The Quick Dissolve Packets permit a user to simply fill an infant's bottle with the necessary amount of water and insert one packet into the bottle when an infant becomes hungry. The surrounding outer shell dissolves in the water to allow the powdered baby formula and water to mix to create a consumable liquid. To aid in this mixing process, a user can put the lid back onto the baby bottle and shake it.
  • Obviously, a user could utilize any container and mixing method to achieve the same results. It should also be obvious that any substance that is safe and dissolvable in water could be used for the outer shell. It is likewise obvious that any shape or size packet could be utilized in this invention.
  • It will be recognized by those skilled in the art that changes or modifications may be made to the above-described embodiments without departing from the broad inventive concepts of the invention. It should therefore be understood that this invention is not limited to the particular embodiments described herein, but is intended to include all changes and modifications that are within the scope and spirit of the invention as set forth in the claims.

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1. A baby formula packet comprising an outer shell surrounding a powdered baby formula.
2. The baby formula packet of claim 1 wherein the outer shell is made of a starch and cellulose mixture.
3. The baby formula packet of claim 1 wherein the powdered baby formula is soy based.
4. The baby formula packet of claim 1 wherein the powdered baby formula is milk based.
5. The baby formula packet of claim 1 wherein the outer shell is square in shape.
6. The baby formula packet of claim 1 wherein the outer shell is rectangular in shape.
7. A baby formula packet comprising a square, cellulose and starch outer shell surrounding a soy-based powdered baby formula.
8. A system for manufacturing a baby formula packet comprising the steps of forming a dissolvable outer shell and inserting a powdered baby formula.
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USD601776S1 (en) * 2008-04-14 2009-10-13 Societe Des Produits Nestle S.A. Confectionery piece
USD604929S1 (en) * 2008-02-20 2009-12-01 Societe Des Produits Nestle S.A. Confectionery piece
US10471006B2 (en) 2017-07-06 2019-11-12 Marenda Pharmaceuticals Llc Blend compositions for oral administration as a rapidly dissolving powder and/or suspension
US11529594B2 (en) 2018-11-15 2022-12-20 Bonne O Inc. Beverage carbonation system and beverage carbonator
USD1070524S1 (en) 2023-06-02 2025-04-15 Kim Brownlee Beverage steeper

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US2668120A (en) * 1952-08-21 1954-02-02 Wyandotte Chemicals Corp Water-soluble films
US3057127A (en) * 1960-10-10 1962-10-09 Procter & Gamble Sealing soluble film packets
US3596428A (en) * 1968-10-07 1971-08-03 American Maize Prod Co Packaging process and apparatus
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US3778515A (en) * 1970-12-17 1973-12-11 J Ashley Low pollution food unit
US3892867A (en) * 1974-02-07 1975-07-01 Marten Leonard Schoonman Readily separable instant beverage charge
US4692494A (en) * 1980-12-15 1987-09-08 Colgate-Palmolive Company Water soluble films of polyvinyl alcohol and polyacrylic acid and packages comprising same
US4562020A (en) * 1982-12-11 1985-12-31 Kabushiki Kaisha Hayashibara Seibutsu Kagaku Kenkyujo Process for producing self-supporting glucan film
US6923980B2 (en) * 2000-03-17 2005-08-02 Stanelco Fibre Optics Ltd. Capsules
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USD604929S1 (en) * 2008-02-20 2009-12-01 Societe Des Produits Nestle S.A. Confectionery piece
USD601776S1 (en) * 2008-04-14 2009-10-13 Societe Des Produits Nestle S.A. Confectionery piece
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US11642312B2 (en) 2017-07-06 2023-05-09 Marenda Pharmaceuticals Llc Blend compositions for oral administration as a rapidly dissolving powder and/or suspension
US11529594B2 (en) 2018-11-15 2022-12-20 Bonne O Inc. Beverage carbonation system and beverage carbonator
US11845045B1 (en) 2018-11-15 2023-12-19 Bonne O Inc. Beverage carbonation system
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