CAPS AND CLOSURES

Caps and closures for bottles and jars come in a wide variety of styles, materials, and designs, serving different functions and applications. The choice of cap or closure depends on the type of container and the contents it will hold. Here are some common types of caps and closures for bottles and jars: 1. Screw-On Caps: These are among the most common types of closures. Available in various materials, such as plastic, metal, and glass. Ideal for sealing and preserving the contents of jars, including canning jars. Screw-on caps come in different sizes and designs to fit wide mouth or regular mouth jars. 2. Flip-Top Lids: Often used for condiment bottles and small food containers. These lids have a hinged design that flips open for easy pouring or scooping. They can be made of plastic or metal. 3. Corks and Stoppers: Corks are commonly used for sealing wine bottles, vinegar bottles, and decorative glass containers. Stoppers can be made of cork, rubber, or silicone and are used for sealing various types of bottles, including oil and vinegar bottles. 4. Pump Dispensers: Typically used for liquid products like lotions, soaps, and shampoos. These dispensers allow controlled and measured distribution of the product. Available in various designs, including push-down pumps and trigger pumps. 5. Spray Tops: Used for bottles containing liquids that need to be sprayed, such as cleaning solutions, perfumes, and hair products. Spray tops come in different spray patterns, including mist and stream. 6. Dropper Caps: These caps have a built-in dropper or pipette for precise dispensing of liquids, such as essential oils and tinctures. Commonly used in small glass bottles. 7. Child-Resistant Closures (CRC): Designed to be difficult for children to open, ensuring the safety of certain products, such as medications and chemicals. Often used for prescription medication containers and certain household products. 8. Tamper-Evident Caps: These caps provide visual evidence if a container has been opened or tampered with. Used for food and beverage products, pharmaceuticals, and personal care items. 9. Metal Lug Caps: Typically used for glass jars containing pickles, jams, and other preserved foods. They have a twist-off design with built-in sealing compounds for airtight closure. 10. Pressure Sensitive Seals: - These seals are often found in caps and closures for preserving jars and other containers. - When the cap is tightened, the pressure-sensitive seal adheres to the container's rim to ensure a secure closure. 11. Gaskets and Liners: - Gaskets and liners can be added to caps and closures to create a tighter seal, preventing leaks and maintaining product freshness. Selecting the right cap or closure for your bottle or jar is essential to ensure the contents remain fresh, secure, and properly dispensed. Consider the type of container, the product it will hold, and any specific requirements, such as child-resistant or tamper-evident features, when choosing the appropriate cap or closure. Read Less