09.12.05
Applied DNA Sciences, Inc., Los Angeles, CA, a provider of proprietary DNA-embedded security solutions that protect corporate and government intellectual property from counterfeiting and fraud, has introduced DNA-embedded ink technology in the North American and European markets.
This proprietary biotechnology, scientifically processed DNA ink, utilizes plant DNA and is processed so that it contains a unique and specific authentication code for each manufacturer.
The DNA-embedded ink can be applied to garment labels, printed onto logos, documents, currency and a multitude of other printed media, or on any other surface. The printed media can then be tested for authenticity.
This technology allows for on-site, real time authentication, using the “instant detection” feature of the DNA ink. This instant verification process has been designed to quickly allow sampling at any point in the product supply chain.
By applying a specifically matched testing buffer fluid across an authentic Applied DNA ink surface, a biochemical reaction occurs between the coating of the DNA ink molecules in the ink and the buffer fluid. This reaction manifests as a reversible color change, with the ink changing color from blue to pink and back from pink to blue within seconds.
Anti-counterfeit DNA ink is extremely difficult to copy or counterfeit due to the specificity of DNA sequences and the minute amounts ink. In addition, the DNA concentration in the media is extremely low, which makes the DNA sequence unlikely to be detected by cloning methods.
This proprietary biotechnology, scientifically processed DNA ink, utilizes plant DNA and is processed so that it contains a unique and specific authentication code for each manufacturer.
The DNA-embedded ink can be applied to garment labels, printed onto logos, documents, currency and a multitude of other printed media, or on any other surface. The printed media can then be tested for authenticity.
This technology allows for on-site, real time authentication, using the “instant detection” feature of the DNA ink. This instant verification process has been designed to quickly allow sampling at any point in the product supply chain.
By applying a specifically matched testing buffer fluid across an authentic Applied DNA ink surface, a biochemical reaction occurs between the coating of the DNA ink molecules in the ink and the buffer fluid. This reaction manifests as a reversible color change, with the ink changing color from blue to pink and back from pink to blue within seconds.
Anti-counterfeit DNA ink is extremely difficult to copy or counterfeit due to the specificity of DNA sequences and the minute amounts ink. In addition, the DNA concentration in the media is extremely low, which makes the DNA sequence unlikely to be detected by cloning methods.