US4393975A
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Refrigerated lip stick container
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1982-04-01
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Granted: 1983-07-19
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Expires: 2002-04-01
Abstract
Abstract This disclosure relates to an apparatus for retaining and refrigerating a lip stick container. A case having a cover fastened to a bottom section includes a retainer for holding the lip stick dispenser. The retainer defines a compartment between the case and the lip stick dispenser. A reusable refrigerant is then placed within the container to keep the lip stick dispenser at a cool temperature.
Inventors
- 👤 Constance R. Moore
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 02:40
CPC Classifications
F; F25; F25D; F25D3/00; F25D3/02; F25D3/06; F25D3/08; A; A45; A45D; A45D40/00; A45D2040/0006; A45D2200/00; A45D2200/15; A45D2200/152; A45D2200/155; F25D2303/00; F25D2303/08; F25D2303/083; F25D2303/0832; F25D2303/084; F25D2303/0843; F25D2331/00; F25D2331/80; F25D2331/801; F25D2331/8012; F25D2331/804
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
108 words
An apparatus for retaining and refrigeratng a lip stick dispenser comprising: (a) a case; (b) a lip stick dispenser located in said case, said lip stick dispenser having a lipstick located therein; (c) retainer means for retaining within said case said lip stick dispenser, said retainer means defining a chamber between said case and said lip stick dispenser; (d) cover means for closing said case to protect said lip stick dispenser; and (e) a refrigerant contained within the chamber defined by said retainer means and located around said lip stick dispenser, said case and said cover means enclosing both said refrigerant and said lip stick dispenser together therein.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
108 words
An apparatus for retaining and refrigeratng a lip stick dispenser comprising: (a) a case; (b) a lip stick dispenser located in said case, said lip stick dispenser having a lipstick located therein; (c) retainer means for retaining within said case said lip stick dispenser, said retainer means defining a chamber between said case and said lip stick dispenser; (d) cover means for closing said case to protect said lip stick dispenser; and (e) a refrigerant contained within the chamber defined by said retainer means and located around said lip stick dispenser, said case and said cover means enclosing both said refrigerant and said lip stick dispenser together therein.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
An apparatus as defined in claim 1 wherein said cover means comprises a cover hingedly fastened to a top portion of said case.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
An apparatus as defined in claim 1 wherein said refrigerant comprises a freezing gel; said freezing gel being contained in a flexible jacket.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
An apparatus as defined in claim 3 wherein said freezer gel is comprised of a product known by the trademark Cryogel (owned by the 3M company).
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
27 words
An apparatus as defined in claim 3 wherein said freezing gel is comprised of a product known by the trademark Blue Ice (owned by the Diverjex Company).
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
77 words
An apparatus as defined by claim 1 wherein said retainer means is comprised of: (a) a planar surface having a diameter substantially equal to the diameter of said case, said planar surface defining an aperture having a diameter smaller than the diameter of said case; and (b) a cylindrical compartment having a diameter substantially equal to the diameter of said aperture, said cylindrical compartment coupled at its opening to said planar surface and aligned with said aperture.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1986-07-18 | 1987-01-17 | 1987-07-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-07-18 | 1991-01-17 | 1991-07-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-07-18 | 1995-01-17 | 1995-07-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |