Flip top cap

Abstract

A flip-top-type cap for containers which dispense products such as shampoo, lotion, liquid soap and condiments is disclosed. The cap is comprised of (a) a base portion containing an orifice, and (b) a top portion mounted to the base portion at one side by a hinge connection, with a stopper in the top portion to mate with the orifice; and an operating member mounted to the such that one end of the member is exposed at the same side of the closure as the hinge connection. Lateral pressure on the member forces it against a contact surface in the cap, which in turn forces the top and bottom portions apart, thereby disengaging the stopper from the orifice. Disengagement of the stopper from the orifice, swinging open of the cap, and closing the cap to reengage the stopper and orifice are all accomplished by a single thumb or finger of one hand, while that same hand alone holds the container to which the cap is secured.

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