A counterfeit-proof structure for soft-pack cigarettes with random texture distribution

Abstract

This invention relates to an anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarette packaging with a randomly distributed texture, aiming to solve the problems of insufficient anti-counterfeiting effect, difficulty in public identification, and high cost in existing soft-pack cigarette anti-counterfeiting technologies. The soft-pack cigarette packaging consists of, from the outside in, a sealing paper, a label paper, aluminum foil, and the cigarette itself. An anti-counterfeiting card is embedded between the label paper and the aluminum foil. The anti-counterfeiting card is bonded to the aluminum foil, which has a tear line for easy removal. Removing the aluminum foil allows the anti-counterfeiting card to be pulled out for identification, significantly enhancing the anti-counterfeiting effect, reducing costs, and improving public convenience. The identification process has no impact on the appearance of the original packaging, and it has broad application prospects.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to an anti-counterfeiting technology for cigarette packaging, and more particularly to a random texture anti-counterfeiting structure and method implemented on soft-pack cigarette packaging, belonging to the field of packaging anti-counterfeiting technology. Background Technology

[0002] While existing anti-counterfeiting measures can prevent the circulation of counterfeit cigarettes to some extent, the following problems still exist:

[0003] 1. Insufficient anti-counterfeiting effect: Existing anti-counterfeiting technologies are easily imitated and cannot effectively prevent the circulation of counterfeit cigarettes.

[0004] 2. Difficulty for the public to identify: Existing anti-counterfeiting technologies often require specialized equipment or complex identification processes, making it difficult for the public to easily distinguish between genuine and counterfeit products.

[0005] 3. Cost and management issues: Existing anti-counterfeiting technologies may involve complex printing and management processes, increasing production costs and management difficulty.

[0006] Therefore, there is an urgent need for an anti-counterfeiting technology that can effectively prevent the circulation of counterfeit cigarettes, is easy for the public to identify, and is low in cost. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide an anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarettes with random texture distribution. By using an anti-counterfeiting card in the interlayer of the soft-pack cigarette packaging, combined with coding and database identification, the invention solves the problems of insufficient anti-counterfeiting effect, difficulty in public identification, and high cost in existing anti-counterfeiting technologies.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0009] An anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarette packaging, wherein the soft-pack cigarette packaging comprises, from the outside in, a sealing paper, a trademark paper, an aluminum foil paper, and cigarettes, characterized in that: an anti-counterfeiting card is placed between the trademark paper and the aluminum foil paper, the anti-counterfeiting card is bonded to the aluminum foil paper, and the aluminum foil paper has a tearing line to facilitate the removal of the aluminum foil paper, so that the anti-counterfeiting card can be removed by removing the aluminum foil paper.

[0010] Currently, all soft packs in the world have the same structure as described above. This solution does not affect the appearance of any soft pack or its functionality for consumers. It can simply be placed on a cigarette packaging machine, which is extremely low in cost. The public can simply pull it out when they need to identify it, and it is also very easy to promote commercially.

[0011] Furthermore, the anti-counterfeiting card is provided with an anti-counterfeiting structure containing a random texture distribution layer. A code is provided on the anti-counterfeiting card or its corresponding cigarette packaging. The code corresponds to the random texture distribution pattern of the random texture distribution layer on the anti-counterfeiting structure. The code and the random texture distribution pattern are stored together in a database for identification by the identifier to retrieve and verify.

[0012] QR codes can be printed on visible surfaces with textured distributions or on non-visible surfaces with textured distributions.

[0013] Furthermore, the anti-counterfeiting structure includes a first material layer and a second material layer, with a random texture distribution layer distributed between the first material layer and the second material layer.

[0014] Furthermore, the anti-counterfeiting structure is provided with a delamination knife line structure, which includes at least one of a surface knife line, a guide knife line 11, and a reverse fracture delamination knife line, for facilitating the peeling off of the first material layer to expose the random texture distribution layer.

[0015] Furthermore, the delamination cutter line structure includes at least one of the following combinations:

[0016] Surface cut lines are set separately;

[0017] The guide line is set separately;

[0018] The reverse fracture delamination cutter line is set separately;

[0019] The combination of surface tool lines and guide tool lines;

[0020] The combination of the guide cutter line and the reverse fracture delamination cutter line;

[0021] The combination of reverse fracture delamination cutter line and surface cutter line;

[0022] A combination of surface cutter lines, guide cutter lines, and reverse fracture delamination cutter lines.

[0023] Furthermore, the anti-counterfeiting structure is a white cardboard composed of four or more layers of pulp, and the random texture distribution layer is located in the adjacent layer of the first material layer.

[0024] Furthermore, the anti-counterfeiting structure is a paperboard with a selected layer and above pulp layers, wherein the first material layer is a surface pulp layer, the second material layer is a bottom pulp layer, the random texture distribution layer is a liner pulp layer adjacent to the surface pulp layer, the liner pulp layer contains random textures, and there are other intermediate pulp layers in the surface pulp layer and the bottom pulp layer.

[0025] The anti-counterfeiting structure is mainly used for cardboard packaging. Currently, most cardboard has a three-layer pulp structure. The middle pulp layer of the three-layer pulp structure usually accounts for more than 65% of the total weight of the cardboard. Taking 210g / m2 cigarette pack cardboard as an example, the weight of the middle pulp layer of the three-layer pulp structure is more than 150g / m2. If the textured fibers are distributed in the middle pulp layer of more than 150g / m2, not only will a few fiber patterns be visible in the surface pulp layer, but it will also be difficult to scratch out solid textured fibers with a fingernail after peeling off the surface layer. Therefore, for cardboard used in packaging boxes, only cardboard with a four-layer or more pulp structure can be selected, and the textured fibers are distributed in the lining pulp layer.

[0026] Furthermore, the fiber protrusions of the first material layer are greater than 15µm, ensuring that the surface of the first material layer 8 has a textured feel when touched by a finger.

[0027] A method for preventing counterfeiting of soft-pack cigarettes, characterized in that the identification process of the identifier is as follows:

[0028] Step 1: Remove the seal;

[0029] Step 2: Pull out the aluminum foil containing the broken blade lines to reveal the anti-counterfeiting card;

[0030] Step 3: Use your mobile phone to scan the QR code on the anti-counterfeiting card. A fiber distribution pattern will appear on your phone. Compare the pattern displayed on your phone with the fiber distribution pattern on the anti-counterfeiting card. If the patterns do not match, it is determined to be a fake cigarette and the identification is complete. If the patterns match, continue to the next step.

[0031] Step 4: Use the peeling knife line structure to peel off the first material layer to expose the randomly textured layer. You can scrape out the fibers with your fingernail. If you cannot scrape out the fibers with your fingernail, it is determined to be a fake cigarette.

[0032] Furthermore, a step 2-1 is added between step 2 and step 3: touch the surface of the anti-counterfeiting card fiber with your hand. If there is no embossed feeling, it is determined to be a counterfeit product and the identification ends; if there is an embossed feeling, continue to the next step.

[0033] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0034] 1. Enhanced Anti-counterfeiting: The random texture distribution layer features a pattern that is difficult to imitate. Each anti-counterfeiting card included in the cigarette pack has a unique texture pattern, greatly enhancing the anti-counterfeiting effect. Counterfeiters find it very difficult to replicate the exact same random texture pattern as the genuine product through printing or other means, effectively preventing the circulation of counterfeit cigarettes.

[0035] 2. Public Participation in Identification: Through the layering and breaking knife line structure, consumers can easily peel off the first material layer to view the random texture pattern of the texture distribution layer. The texture fibers can also be scratched out with a fingernail, effectively preventing any form of printing imitation. The entire identification process does not require professional equipment, and ordinary consumers can operate it themselves when purchasing cigarettes, which improves the enthusiasm and feasibility of public participation in identification.

[0036] 3. Reduced costs and management difficulty: The anti-counterfeiting card is placed inside the soft packaging, and the anti-counterfeiting card paper area is small, saving costs; it is directly provided to the cigarette factory, reducing the management links of the printing plant and reducing management costs.

[0037] 4. Enhanced User Experience: The design of bonding the anti-counterfeiting card to the existing aluminum foil makes the process of removing the anti-counterfeiting card smooth and provides a good user experience. Removing the anti-counterfeiting card has no impact on the appearance and function of the cigarette box, and removing the anti-counterfeiting card has minimal impact on the appearance and function of the cigarette box, thus increasing consumer acceptance.

[0038] 5. Anti-counterfeiting: The multi-layered pulp structure and random texture distribution make it difficult for counterfeiters to imitate the texture patterns through printing, further enhancing the anti-counterfeiting effect. Even if counterfeiters attempt to replicate the anti-counterfeiting structure, the unreplicable random texture and the complexity of the multi-layered pulp structure make it difficult to achieve the same anti-counterfeiting effect as the genuine product. Attached Figure Description

[0039] Figure 1-1 It is a soft-pack cigarette packaging structure;

[0040] Figure 1-2 It contains a cutting blade and a soft aluminum foil coated with adhesive;

[0041] Figure 1-3 This is a diagram illustrating the adhesion of anti-counterfeiting cards to aluminum foil.

[0042] Figure 1-4 This is a diagram showing the result after the anti-counterfeiting card has been removed.

[0043] Figure 1-5 This is a diagram showing the aluminum foil inside the soft packaging after the anti-counterfeiting card has been removed.

[0044] Figure 1-6 A schematic diagram of the exterior of the internal aluminum foil after the anti-counterfeiting block has been removed;

[0045] Figure 2-1 A schematic diagram of the anti-counterfeiting cardboard structure consisting of four layers of pulp.

[0046] Figure 2-2 This is a schematic diagram of the surface cutter line of the delaminated cutter line structure;

[0047] Figure 2-3A schematic diagram of the guide cutter line for the delamination cutter line structure;

[0048] Figure 2-4 A schematic diagram of the reverse fracture of the delamination cutter line structure;

[0049] Figures 3-1-1 to 3-7-2 This is a schematic diagram of various delamination knife line structures.

[0050] Figure Labels

[0051] 1-Seal paper; 2-Label paper; 3-Aluminum foil paper; 4-Anti-counterfeiting card; 5-Adhesive layer; 6-Break cut line; 7-Random texture distribution layer; 8-First material layer; 9-Second material layer; 10-Surface cut line; 11-Guide cut line; 12-Reverse break cut line; 200-Code; 71-Intermediate pulp layer; 101-End line. Detailed Implementation

[0052] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0053] Example 1

[0054] Figure 1-1 The diagram shown is a structural diagram of soft pack cigarette packaging before anti-counterfeiting identification. The components are, in order, a sealing paper 1, a trademark paper 2, and an aluminum foil paper 3. It can be seen that the identification process has no impact on the appearance of the soft pack, making it easily accepted by users and enabling business promotion. Figure 1-2 The diagram shows the structure of the aluminum foil 3 after removing the outer label paper 2. The aluminum foil 3 has a tearing line 6 for easy removal and an adhesive for attaching the anti-counterfeiting block 4. Figure 1-3 The anti-counterfeiting block 4 shown is adhered to the aluminum foil 3 by adhesive 4 in the area corresponding to the rupture line 5 on the aluminum foil; Figure 1-4 A diagram illustrating how to pull out anti-counterfeiting block 4 by pinching the aluminum foil with your fingers; Figure 1-5 A schematic diagram of the internal aluminum foil after the anti-counterfeiting block 4 is pulled out; Figure 1-6 This diagram illustrates the exterior of the internal aluminum foil after the anti-counterfeiting block 4 has been removed. It shows that removing the anti-counterfeiting card has minimal impact on the appearance of the soft pack and its packaging function. This design is extremely ingenious.

[0055] Figure 2-1 The anti-counterfeiting card 4 shown is a white cardboard with four layers of pulp containing a textured distribution layer; Figure 2-2 The delamination cutter line structure shown is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the surface cutter line 10; Figure 2-3 The delamination cutter line structure shown is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the guide cutter line 11; Figure 2-4 The delamination cutter line structure shown is a schematic diagram of the cross-section of the reverse fracture cutter line 12.

[0056] The choice of the peeling knife line structure on anti-counterfeiting card 4 is as follows: Figure 3-7-1 As shown, the finger-opening end line 101 is located on the edge of the anti-counterfeiting card 4, and includes a guide knife line 11, a reverse fracture delamination knife line 12, and a surface knife line 10. The peeling process of the delamination knife line structure in this embodiment is as follows: when the finger touches the opening end line 101, the guide knife line 11 drives the reverse fracture knife line 12, which in turn drives the surface knife line 10 to peel off the first material layer (surface pulp layer) 8, revealing the random texture distribution layer 7.

[0057] Identification process: Unseal the paper 1 – Pull out the aluminum foil to reveal the anti-counterfeiting card 4 – Touch the surface of the anti-counterfeiting card's fibers; if there is a raised texture, it is counterfeit, and the identification process ends. If there is a raised texture, continue to the next step – Scan the QR code with your mobile phone; the fiber distribution pattern displayed on your phone will be compared with the fiber distribution pattern on the anti-counterfeiting card. If they do not match, it is counterfeit, and the identification process continues. If they match, continue to the next step – Peel off the surface pulp layer using the peeling knife structure to expose the fiber distribution layer. You can scrape off the fibers with your fingernail; if you cannot scrape them off, it is counterfeit.

[0058] As can be seen from Example 1, the anti-counterfeiting structure and method of the present invention are easy to operate and have a significant anti-counterfeiting effect. They have achieved good results in enhancing anti-counterfeiting effects, facilitating public identification, reducing costs, and improving user experience.

[0059] The above provides a detailed description of the anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarettes with random texture distribution provided by the present invention. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principle and implementation of the present invention. The description of the above embodiments is only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core idea of ​​the present invention. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, there will be changes in the specific implementation and application scope based on the idea of ​​the present invention. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of the present invention.

Claims

1. A counterfeit-proof structure for soft-pack cigarettes containing a random texture distribution, characterized in that, From the outside to the inside, it includes a sealing paper (1), a trademark paper (2), an aluminum foil paper (3), and a cigarette. The feature is that there is an anti-counterfeiting card (4) between the trademark paper (2) and the aluminum foil paper (3). The anti-counterfeiting card (4) is fixed to the aluminum foil paper (3) by an adhesive layer (5). There are tear lines (6) on the aluminum foil paper (3) to facilitate the removal of the aluminum foil paper (3). The anti-counterfeiting card (4) can be taken out when the aluminum foil paper (3) is removed.

2. The anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarettes according to claim 1, characterized in that, The anti-counterfeiting card (4) is provided with an anti-counterfeiting structure (100) containing a random texture distribution layer (7). A code (200) is provided on the anti-counterfeiting card (4) or its corresponding cigarette packaging. The code (200) corresponds to the random texture distribution pattern of the random texture distribution layer (7) on the anti-counterfeiting structure (100). The code (200) is stored in the database together with the random texture distribution pattern for the identifier to retrieve and verify.

3. The anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarettes according to claim 2, characterized in that, The anti-counterfeiting structure (100) includes a first material layer (8) and a second material layer (9), and a random texture distribution layer (7) is distributed between the first material layer (8) and the second material layer (9).

4. The anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarettes according to claim 2, characterized in that: The anti-counterfeiting structure (100) is provided with a delamination knife line structure, which includes at least one of a surface knife line (10), a guide knife line (11), and a reverse fracture delamination knife line (12), for facilitating the removal of the first material layer (8) to expose the random texture distribution layer (7).

5. The anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarettes according to claim 4, characterized in that: The delaminar cutter line structure includes at least one of the following combinations: The surface cutter line (10) is set separately; The guide line (11) is set separately; The reverse fracture delamination cutter line (12) is set separately; The combination of surface cutting line (10) and guide cutting line (11); The combination of the guide cutter line (11) and the reverse fracture delamination cutter line (12); The combination of reverse fracture delamination cutter line (12) and surface cutter line (10); A combination of surface cutter line (10), guide cutter line (11), and reverse fracture delamination cutter line (12).

6. The anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarettes according to claim 3, characterized in that: The anti-counterfeiting structure (100) is a white cardboard composed of four or more layers of pulp. The random texture distribution layer (7) is located in the adjacent layer of the first material layer (8). The first material layer (8) is the surface pulp layer, the second material layer (9) is the bottom pulp layer, and the random texture distribution layer (7) is the lining pulp layer adjacent to the surface pulp layer. The lining pulp layer contains random textures, and there are other intermediate pulp layers (71) between the surface pulp layer and the bottom pulp layer.

7. The anti-counterfeiting structure for soft-pack cigarettes as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The fiber protrusions of the first material layer (8) are greater than 15um, ensuring that the surface of the first material layer (8) has a textured feel when touched by a finger.

8. A method for preventing counterfeiting in soft-pack cigarettes based on the anti-counterfeiting structure described in any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The identification process of the identifier is as follows: Step 1: Remove the seal (1); Step 2: Pull out the aluminum foil containing the broken blade line (6) and bring out the anti-counterfeiting card (4); Step 3: Use your mobile phone to scan the QR code on the anti-counterfeiting card (4). A fiber distribution pattern will appear on your mobile phone. Compare the pattern displayed on your mobile phone with the fiber distribution pattern on the anti-counterfeiting card (4). If the patterns do not match, it is determined to be a fake cigarette and the identification ends. If the patterns match, continue to the next step. Step 4: The first material layer (8) is peeled off by the peeling knife line structure to expose the randomly textured layer (7). Fibers can be scraped off with a fingernail. If the fingernail cannot scrape off the fibers, it is determined to be a fake cigarette.

9. The anti-counterfeiting method for soft-pack cigarettes according to claim 8, characterized in that, Between steps 2 and 3, an additional step 2-1 is added: Touch the surface of the anti-counterfeiting card fiber with your hand. If there is no embossed feeling, it is determined to be a counterfeit product, and the identification ends; if there is an embossed feeling, continue to the next step.

Images