Packaging system for dispensing cartridge for volatiles

Abstract

A protective package system for containing a delivery cartridge for volatile substances such as fragrances, deodorizers, air fresheners and the like, wherein the cartridge includes an active ingredient reservoir with a permeable surface through which substances may move from the reservoir. The packaging system preferably includes a cartridge container having a storage area for receiving the cartridge, and a substantially open top with an outer periphery. A peelable lid is sealingly attached to the outer periphery of the container, and a blotter is attached to at least a portion of the inner surface of the peelable lid and preferably spaced inwardly from the outer edge of the lid so as not to interfere with the sealing attachment of the lid to the container. The blotter is thereby held in face-to-face contact with the permeable surface of the cartridge within the packaging system when the lid is in sealed condition and remains captively attached to the lid upon opening of the packaging system. In a preferred embodiment, the container is further provided with a blotter recess to facilitate preliminary alignment of the blotter with the permeable membrane of a cartridge held therewithin, and to facilitate captive attachment of the blotter to the inner surface of the peelable lid during sealing procedures. In this way, the blotter can be independently placed within an open container after the volatile cartridge has been loaded with its permeable membrane facing outwardly through the open top. Manufacturing procedures are thereby simplified, yet the blotter will be captively attached to the peelable lid to minimize potential for contact with the user upon opening.