Squeezable multi-layer dispensing container with one-way valve

A squeezable container for dispensing a product comprising:

• an integral container body formed by expansion from a multilayer preform, the container body including a main body portion with a plurality of layers and an open dispensing end, the layers including a continuous and collapsible inner layer and a resilient outer layer, the inner layer being joined to the outer layer at least at the open end and separate and apart from the outer layer in at least a portion of the main body to form a chamber between the inner and outer layers as the inner layer collapses, and an external aperture in the main body extending through the outer layer, wherein the inner layer has a tapered wall thickness, decreasing in thickness towards a base end of the container opposite the open dispensing end;
• a valve positioned in the aperture having an open position wherein a flow of air into the chamber is allowed and a closed position wherein a flow of air out of the chamber is restricted;
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• wherein when squeezed, the outer layer deforms inwardly and the valve remains closed to increase the pressure in the chamber and cause the inner layer to collapse and dispense product out the open end of the container, and when released, the resilient outer layer returns to substantially its original shape causing a reduction in pressure within the chamber which opens the valve and allows air to flow into the chamber to maintain the inner layer in its collapsed state.

A squeezable container for dispensing a product comprising:

• a dispensing container having a resilient outer body and a flexible collapsable inner bag with the inner bag holding a product to be dispensed, the container having an open end from which the product is dispensed and a closed end, the inner bag and outer body being inner and outer layers respectively of a unitary multilayer expanded plastic preform container, wherein the inner layer is continuous and separate from the outer layer at the closed end of the container and joined thereto at least at the open end, and an aperture is provided in the outer layer at the closed end to enable air to enter between the inner and outer layers to facilitate collapse of the inner layer and form a chamber between the inner and outer layers;
• a valve positioned in the aperture for restricting a flow of air into and out of the chamber;
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• the inner layer has a tapered wall thickness, decreasing in thickness towards a base end of the container opposite the open dispensing end.