A collapsible container is disclosed having a top portion and a base portion
joined
by a generally cylindrical side wall structure, the generally cylindrical side
wall structure has a central axis and a collapsible helical portion and the collapsible
helical portion has a generally uniform radius and a generally flat side cross
sectional shape with respect to the central axis. A cup section is also disclosed
which can cause deformation of the collapsible container's side wall. The container
is particularly suitable to store carbonated beverages and other consumer products.
