DESC:FIELD OF INVENTION:
[001] The present invention generally relates to dispensing caps, which include flip-top cap, disc cap, or liquid dispensing cap, applicable to dispense liquid from a container. More particularly, the present invention relates to a dispensing closure configured to dispense the liquid of varying viscosity in a desirably controlled flow.

BACKGROUND AND PRIOR ART:
[002] It is desirable for any container to have a controlled flow of dispensing liquid for obvious reasons. Usually, orifices are provided for the liquid to come out of the container. Typically, in a dispensing cap, the orifice is more than 3 mm in size, owing to the restrictions in the mould size.

[003] Further in a typical cap, the diameter of the orifice (O) is equivalent to the size of the sput (S), as shown in Figure 1.

[004] To restrict flow of liquid to be dispensed, a plug made of LDPE or LLPE, or silicon valve is normally incorporated into the dispensing cap. With the use of the plug, it becomes two-piece operation for the liquid to be dispensed. On the other hand, the use of silicon valve or plug increases the total cost of the product.

[005] Use of plurality of orifices has been disclosed before. US20040155072A1 provides a plastic closure for a container mouth which has flow regulation means for selectively controlling the flow of contents dispensed. The flow regulation means at least two parts moving relative to each other, wherein each of the part has at least one dispensing orifice.

[006] WO/2012/066230 discloses a cap for dispensing a pulverulent product, such as icing sugar or flour, the upper surface of said cap being connected at least partially to a sieve, which is formed of holes. The cap engages with an agitator fixed to the neck of the container and formed by at least one scraper arm which is intended to agitate and scrape the product on the surface of the sieve during a rotation of the cap. The cap is characterized in that the sieve is an integral part of the cap and has a meshing delimiting through-passage holes, at least one of the intersections of the meshes protruding in the form of at least one boss that forms an obstacle to the movement of the scraper arms so as to create a vibration in the sieve and to unclog the holes therein, if necessary.

[007] The above-mentioned prior art having limitations in terms of compatibility with different substances or materials and also both prior arts do not explicitly mention additional features like customization based on liquid viscosity and orifice diameter.

[008] Therefore, there is a need for a dispensing cap overcomes the constraints of prior art.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION:
[009] An object of the present invention is to provide a closure for a container, wherein the dispensing closure is configured to dispense a flow of liquid of varying viscosity in a desirably controlled flow.

[010] Another objective of the present invention is to provide a single piece closure or a single hand operation closure for a container that controls the flow of dispensing liquid as desired.

[011] Yet, another objective of the present invention is to provide a cost-effective dispensing closure for use on containers, which will control the flow of dispensing liquid.

[012] In an aspect of the present invention, the dispensing closure for controlling the flow of liquid, comprising a cap body having an upper portion, a lower portion and an inner tube extended from upper portion to lower portion, a top orifice positioned at the upper portion of the cap body, a bottom orifice situated at the lower portion of the cap body, at least one layer of polymer integrated into the top orifice and the bottom orifice, a molded mesh incorporated within the cap body, the said molded mesh configured to regulate the flow of liquid.

[013] In an aspect of the present invention, the cap body is selected from the group consisting of flip-top cap, disc cap, and liquid dispensing cap.

[014] In an aspect of the present invention, a lid is attached to the cap body by a hinge.

[015] In an aspect of the present invention, a method for producing a dispensing closure for controlling the flow of liquid, comprising the steps of providing a cap body with an upper portion, a lower portion, and an inner tube, incorporating a top orifice at the upper portion and a bottom orifice at the lower portion, integrating at least one layer of polymer into the top orifice and the bottom orifice 30 of the cap body.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS:
[016] The invention has other advantages and features which will be more readily apparent from the following detailed description of the invention and the appended claims, when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

Figure 1 illustrates a conventional cap.
Figure 2 illustrates a perspective view of the dispensing closure.
Figure 3 illustrates a cap body with the lid of the dispensing closure.
Figure 4 illustrates a top view of the dispensing closure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION:
[017] The invention is described herein in detail with the help of figures appended at the end of the specification. The figures illustrate the preferred embodiment as well as other embodiments that define the scope of the present invention. However, it may be understood that the figures presented herein are intended to exemplify the scope of the invention only. The person skilled in art may note that by no means the figures limit the scope of the invention. Any variation in the drawings by any other person will be falling in the scope of the present invention.

[018] Throughout the specification and claims, the following terms take the meanings explicitly associated herein unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. The meaning of "a", "an", and "the" include plural references. The meaning of "in" includes "in" and "on." Referring to the drawings, like numbers indicate like parts throughout the views. Additionally, a reference to the singular includes a reference to the plural unless otherwise stated or inconsistent with the disclosure herein.

[019] For the purpose of the present invention, “container” includes bottle, packaging, or any storage means for storing and dispensing a substance, applicable in fields of Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, Home-Care, Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Pesticides and such. “Liquid” includes a substance in liquid form with different viscosity, for example, soap, gel, paste, oil, etc.

[020] The present invention discloses a closure for a container, wherein the dispensing closure is configured to dispense a flow of liquid of varying viscosity in a desirably controlled flow.

[021] As illustrated in Figure 2, a dispensing closure 100 for controlling the flow of liquid comprises cap body 10 having an upper portion 10A, a lower portion 10B and an inner tube 10C, a top orifice 20, a bottom orifice 30 situated at the lower portion 10B of the cap body 10, at least one layer of polymer integrated into the top orifice 20 and the bottom orifice 30, a molded mesh incorporated within the cap body 10.

[022] The dispensing closure 100 comprises a cap body 10, which is further divided into an upper portion 10A and a lower portion 10B. An inner tube 10C extends seamlessly from the upper portion 10A to the lower portion 10B, contributing to the structural integrity of the closure. At the apex of the cap body 10 resides a top orifice 20, strategically positioned at the upper portion 10A.This orifice serves as a primary point of liquid discharge. Simultaneously, a bottom orifice 30 is situated at the lower portion 10B to facilitate the controlled release of liquid. The placement of these orifices optimizes the dispensing process for superior precision. The dispensing closure 100 involves the integration of at least one layer of polymer within both the top orifice 20 and the bottom orifice 30. This layer of polymer introduces a controlled variability in orifice size, thereby influencing and regulating the dynamics of liquid flow. This feature enables a tailored approach to liquid dispensation, accommodating substances with different viscosities. The molded mesh is intricately incorporated within the cap body 10 to enhance the control mechanism. This molded mesh serves as an active regulator, finely tuning the flow of liquid as it passes through the dispensing closure 100.

[023] As depicted in Fig. 3 and Fig. 4, the lid 40 is attached to the cap body 10 by the hinge 50. The hinge 50 serves as the connection point between the cap body 10 and the lid 40, allowing for pivotal movement. The hinge 50 facilitates smooth movement, enhancing the user experience when dispensing the liquid.

[024] In a preferred embodiment, at least one additional layer of polymer is integrated into the top orifice 20 and the bottom orifice 30. This unique configuration allows for the customization of liquid dispersion based on the specific viscosity of the substance being dispensed and the diameter of the orifices.

[025] In an embodiment, the diameter of the top orifice 20 is larger than the diameter of the bottom orifice 30.

[026] In an embodiment, the cap body 10 of the dispensing closure 100 is selected from a versatile group, including the flip-top cap, disc cap, and liquid dispensing cap. This selection ensures adaptability to diverse applications within industries such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, home-care, fast moving consumer goods, pesticides, and oils. The selection of cap design is determined by factors such as user convenience, dispensing precision, and the nature of the liquid being dispensed.

[027] In an embodiment, the dispensing closure 100 provides a drop-by-drop output, which signifies a high level of precision and control in the liquid dispensation process. This controlled quantity can be quantified in terms of the number of drops per unit of time, providing a measurable and consistent dispensing rate.

[028] Although a particular exemplary embodiment of the invention has been disclosed in detail for illustrative purposes, it will be recognized by those skilled in the art that variations or modifications of the disclosed invention, including the rearrangement in the configurations of the parts, changes in steps and their sequences may be possible. Accordingly, the invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as may fall within the spirit and scope of the present invention.

[029] The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching.

ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION:
[030] The present invention provides a dispensing closure that is designed to be applicable in various industries, including Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, home care, Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Pesticides, and Oils.
[031] The present invention provides a dispensing closure that facilitates single-handed operation, providing convenience and ease of use for consumers.
[032] The present invention provides a dispensing closure that enables adaptation to different viscosities of liquid.
[033] The present invention provides a dispensing closure that facilitates cost-effectiveness in terms of production.
,CLAIMS:1. A dispensing closure 100 for controlling the flow of liquid, comprising:
a cap body 10 having an upper portion 10A, a lower portion 10B, and an inner tube 10C extended from upper portion 10A to lower portion 10B;
a top orifice 20 positioned at the upper portion 10A of the cap body 10;
a bottom orifice 30 situated at the lower portion 10B of the cap body 10;
at least one layer of polymer integrated into the top orifice 20 and the bottom orifice 30;
a molded mesh incorporated within the cap body 10 configured to regulate the flow of liquid.
2. The dispensing closure 100 as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cap body 10 is selected from the group consisting of flip-top cap, disc cap, and liquid dispensing cap.
3. The dispensing closure 100 as claimed in claim 1, wherein a lid 40 is attached to the cap body 10 by a hinge 50.
4. A method for producing a dispensing closure 100 for controlling the flow of liquid, comprising the steps of:
a) providing a cap body 10 with an upper portion 10A, a lower portion 10B, and an inner tube 10C;
b) incorporating a top orifice 20 at the upper portion 10A and a bottom orifice 30 at the lower portion 10B;
c) integrating at least one layer of polymer into the top orifice 20 and the bottom orifice 30 of the cap body 10.