A container including a nozzle and body depending therefrom. The body is
preferably tubular and defines an interior which retains a product to be
dispensed. A cap engages the nozzle to prevent inadvertent release of the
product. In order to dispense the product, the cap is removed and
pressure is applied to the body and the nozzle allows release of the
product. The nozzle releases the product without exposing the remaining
product to the external atmosphere, thus the sterility of the interior of
the body is maintained and the shelf life of the product is increased.
The nozzle includes an inner body, coupled to the tubular body,
surrounded by a flexible outer cover. A seam between the inner body and
flexible outer cover forms a one-way release valve wherein a portion of
the seam remains closed during dispensing the product.