a method and apparatus for fusing a pour spout to the surrounding surface of a lid or container during the molding process . during molding the hot molten plastic of the lid or container contacts . a relatively thick rim portion at the bottom of the pour spout to meet the thick rim portion and create fusing during the cooling of the mold . the pour spout has a flexible section to permit a portion of the fused pour spout to be moved between collapsed and extended positions .