Anti-fake traceability interlink cover
By designing multi-layered composite anti-counterfeiting and traceability markings and weak cuts in connecting bridges on the bottle cap, the problems of easy replication and simple structure of existing bottle cap anti-counterfeiting and traceability technologies have been solved, achieving efficient anti-counterfeiting, traceability, and recycling.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing bottle cap anti-counterfeiting and traceability technologies, such as QR codes, are easily copied and damaged, RFID is costly, and the simple structure of bottle caps makes it difficult to prevent counterfeiters from disassembling and copying them, thus limiting the effectiveness and widespread application of anti-counterfeiting and traceability.
Design an anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap, which adopts a multi-layer composite anti-counterfeiting and traceability mark, including a DNA traceability layer, a laser holographic image layer and a variable QR code layer, and enhances the anti-counterfeiting performance of the cap through the design of connecting bridges and weak cuts.
It enhances the anti-counterfeiting and traceability capabilities of bottle caps, making them difficult to replicate, reducing the difficulty and cost of counterfeiting, providing strong anti-counterfeiting and traceability guarantees, and promoting the recycling of bottle caps.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of bottle cap technology, and in particular to an anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap. Background Technology
[0002] Linked caps, also known as "interlocking caps" or "tethered caps," are a type of bottle cap design increasingly used in beverage packaging. Their main purpose is to reduce cap loss, promote recycling, and thus reduce plastic waste. The design of linked caps is to securely connect the cap to the bottle, ensuring that the cap will not fall off during consumption. This design not only reduces cap loss but also promotes cap recycling and increases the recycling rate of plastic bottles.
[0003] With the proliferation of counterfeit and substandard products in the market, consumers have an increasingly urgent need to distinguish genuine products from fakes and trace their origins. Among the many product packaging options, bottle caps are an important component, and their anti-counterfeiting and traceability functions are crucial. Existing anti-counterfeiting and traceability technologies, such as QR codes and RFID, have some applications, but they also have many problems. QR codes are easily copied or damaged, thus losing their anti-counterfeiting function; RFID is expensive, which limits its widespread application.
[0004] Furthermore, the current bottle cap designs are mostly quite simple, making it difficult to effectively prevent counterfeiters from disassembling, copying, and reusing them.
[0005] To address this, a counterfeit-proof and traceability interlocking cap is proposed. Utility Model Content
[0006] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap that can solve the problems of existing bottle cap anti-counterfeiting and traceability technologies, such as QR codes and RFID, which, although they have some applications, have many problems. QR codes are easy to copy and damage, thus losing their anti-counterfeiting function; RFID is expensive, which limits its widespread application; and most of the current bottle cap structures are relatively simple, making it difficult to effectively prevent counterfeiters from disassembling, copying, and reusing them.
[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap, comprising an outer cap and an inner cap, wherein the inner cap is disposed inside the outer cap and the outer cap and the inner cap are rotatably connected, the inner cap is adapted to the bottle mouth, a connecting bridge is provided between the opposite sides of the outer cap and the inner cap, and a weak cut is provided inside the connecting bridge, a sealing gasket is provided inside the inner cap, and an anti-counterfeiting and traceability mark is provided on the side of the sealing gasket away from the inner wall of the inner cap;
[0008] The anti-counterfeiting and traceability label includes an outer DNA traceability layer, a middle laser holographic image layer, and an innermost variable QR code layer.
[0009] Preferably, the bottom of the outer cover is rotatably connected to a flexible connecting ring, and a locking ring is provided on the other side of the flexible connecting ring.
[0010] Preferably, the locking ring is tapered, and the bottom of the locking ring has several notches.
[0011] Preferably, the surface of the outer cover is provided with anti-slip texture.
[0012] Preferably, the inner wall of the outer cover is provided with a connecting post, and the connecting post is rotatably connected to the side of the inner cover near the inner cover.
[0013] Preferably, the inner wall of the outer cover is provided with two pushing blocks, and the surface of the inner cover is provided with two slots, and the surface of the pushing blocks is in contact with the inner wall of the slots.
[0014] Preferably, the DNA traceability layer is printed with ink containing the product's unique DNA sequence, the laser holographic image layer contains a holographic image and hidden information customized according to the product's characteristics, and the variable QR code layer is associated with the product's entire process information through an encryption algorithm, and the pattern and information can be changed after scanning.
[0015] Preferably, the sealing gasket is made of a rubber material with good elasticity and corrosion resistance.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0017] 1. This application sets up a connecting bridge between the outer cap and the inner cap, and has a weak cut inside. When the outer cap rotates relative to the inner cap, the connecting bridge will break along the weak cut and cannot be restored after breaking, forming obvious opening marks. This makes it difficult for counterfeiters to disassemble the bottle cap for replication or reuse without damaging the connecting bridge, greatly enhancing the anti-counterfeiting performance of the bottle cap.
[0018] 2. This application enhances the anti-counterfeiting and traceability capabilities of the bottle cap by setting up an anti-counterfeiting and traceability label. The anti-counterfeiting and traceability label adopts a multi-layer composite structure, including a DNA traceability layer, a laser holographic image layer, and a variable QR code layer. The DNA traceability layer uses the product's unique DNA sequence to give the product a unique "biological ID card" that is difficult to copy. The customized holographic image and hidden information in the laser holographic image layer increase the complexity and uniqueness of visual anti-counterfeiting. The variable QR code layer is associated with the product's entire process information through encryption algorithms, and the information changes with each scan, effectively preventing the QR code from being copied and stolen. The three-layer structure works together to not only allow consumers to quickly and conveniently verify the authenticity of the product and trace its origin, but also greatly increase the difficulty and cost of counterfeiting from a technical perspective, providing a strong anti-counterfeiting and traceability guarantee for the product. Attached Figure Description
[0019] Figure 1 This is an overall structural diagram of the anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cover of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.
[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the inner cover and the outer cover of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;
[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the anti-counterfeiting and traceability label and the sealing gasket of this utility model.
[0024] In the diagram, 1. Outer cover; 2. Inner cover; 3. Connecting bridge; 4. Weak cut; 5. Sealing gasket; 6. Anti-counterfeiting and traceability mark; 61. DNA traceability layer; 62. Laser holographic image layer; 63. Variable QR code layer; 7. Flexible connecting ring; 8. Locking ring; 9. Connecting post; 10. Push block; 11. Slot. Detailed Implementation
[0025] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0026] Please see Figures 1-5 The present invention provides the following technical solution:
[0027] An anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap includes an outer cap 1 and an inner cap 2. The inner cap 2 is disposed inside the outer cap 1 and is rotatably connected to the outer cap 1 and the inner cap 2. The inner cap 2 is adapted to the bottle mouth. A connecting bridge 3 is provided between the opposite sides of the outer cap 1 and the inner cap 2. A weak cut 4 is provided inside the connecting bridge 3. A sealing gasket 5 is provided inside the inner cap 2. An anti-counterfeiting and traceability mark 6 is provided on the side of the sealing gasket 5 away from the inner wall of the inner cap 2.
[0028] The anti-counterfeiting and traceability label 6 includes an outer DNA traceability layer 61, a middle laser holographic image layer 62, and an innermost variable QR code layer 63.
[0029] In this embodiment: by setting an anti-counterfeiting traceability label 6, which adopts a multi-layer composite structure including a DNA traceability layer 61, a laser holographic image layer 62, and a variable QR code layer 63, the anti-counterfeiting traceability capability of the bottle cap is improved from multiple dimensions. The DNA traceability layer 61 uses the product's unique DNA sequence to give the product a unique "biological ID card" that is difficult to copy. The customized holographic image and hidden information of the laser holographic image layer 62 increase the complexity and uniqueness of visual anti-counterfeiting. The variable QR code layer 63 is associated with the product's entire process information through an encryption algorithm, and the information changes every time the code is scanned, effectively preventing the QR code from being copied and stolen. The three-layer structure works together to not only allow consumers to quickly and conveniently verify the authenticity of the product and trace its origin, but also greatly increase the difficulty and cost of counterfeiting from a technical perspective, providing a strong anti-counterfeiting traceability guarantee for the product.
[0030] Specifically, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, a flexible connecting ring 7 is rotatably connected to the bottom of the outer cover 1, and a locking ring 8 is provided on the other side of the flexible connecting ring 7.
[0031] Specifically, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, the locking ring 8 is tapered, and the bottom of the locking ring 8 has several notches.
[0032] Specifically, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, the surface of the outer cover 1 is provided with anti-slip texture.
[0033] In this embodiment, the bottle cap and the bottle can be fixedly connected together by the connecting ring and the locking ring 8, ensuring that the bottle cap will not fall off during consumption. This design not only reduces the loss of bottle caps, but also promotes the recycling of bottle caps and improves the recycling rate of plastic bottles.
[0034] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the inner wall of the outer cover 1 is provided with a connecting post 9, and the connecting post 9 is rotatably connected to the side of the inner cover 2 closest to it.
[0035] Specifically, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the inner wall of the outer cover 1 is provided with two push blocks 10, and the surface of the inner cover 2 is provided with two slots 11, and the surface of the push blocks 10 is in contact with the inner wall of the slots 11.
[0036] In this embodiment: the outer cap 1 and the inner cap 2 can be rotatably connected by the connecting column 9. Therefore, when the outer cap 1 is rotated, it is easy to drive the push block 10 to rotate in the slot 11. As the push block 10 contacts the inner wall of the slot 11, the outer cap 1 can drive the inner cap 2 to rotate, thereby separating or tightening the bottle cap from the bottle mouth.
[0037] Specifically, such as Figure 5 As shown, the DNA traceability layer 61 is printed with ink containing the product's unique DNA sequence, the laser holographic image layer 62 contains a holographic image and hidden information customized according to the product's characteristics, and the variable QR code layer 63 is associated with the product's entire process information through an encryption algorithm, and the pattern and information can be changed after scanning.
[0038] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the sealing gasket 5 is made of rubber material with good elasticity and corrosion resistance.
[0039] In this embodiment: the DNA traceability layer 61 uses the product's unique DNA sequence to give the product a unique "biological ID card" that is difficult to copy; the customized holographic image and hidden information of the laser holographic image layer 62 increase the complexity and uniqueness of visual anti-counterfeiting; the variable QR code layer 63 is associated with the product's entire process information through encryption algorithms, and the information changes every time the code is scanned, effectively preventing the QR code from being copied and stolen. The three-layer structure works together to not only allow consumers to quickly and conveniently verify the authenticity of the product and trace its origin, but also greatly increases the difficulty and cost of counterfeiting from a technical perspective, providing a strong anti-counterfeiting and traceability guarantee for the product. The sealing gasket 5, made of highly elastic rubber material, can adapt to bottle mouths of different shapes and sizes, fill gaps, and achieve a seal. During product storage and transportation, the corrosion-resistant rubber material can resist the erosion of various chemicals, maintain stable sealing performance, and prevent product leakage and the entry of external impurities.
[0040] Working principle: During product manufacturing, ink containing the product's unique DNA sequence is printed on the DNA traceability layer 61, and a customized laser holographic image is created on the laser holographic image layer 62. A variable QR code is generated through an encryption algorithm and printed on the variable QR code layer 63, forming a complete anti-counterfeiting traceability label 6. After purchasing the product, consumers scan the variable QR code using a smart device. After the system verifies the information, it displays the product's full-process traceability information. At the same time, consumers can have the DNA sequence of the DNA traceability layer 61 tested by professional institutions and observe the holographic pattern and hidden information of the laser holographic image layer 62 to verify the product's authenticity in multiple ways. When the outer cover 1 rotates relative to the inner cover 2, it will rotate around the connecting post 9 as a fulcrum. When the outer cap 1 rotates, the connecting bridge 3 will break along the weak cut 4 and cannot be restored after breaking, forming obvious opening marks. This makes it difficult for counterfeiters to disassemble the bottle cap for replication or reuse without damaging the connecting bridge 3. As the outer cap 1 continues to rotate, it will drive the push block 10 to rotate in the slot 11. As the push block 10 contacts the inner wall of the slot 11, it will restrict the displacement of the push block 10, thereby allowing the outer cap 1 to drive the inner cap 2 to rotate and unscrew the inner cap 2. The connecting ring and locking ring 8 can fix the bottle cap to the bottle together, ensuring that the bottle cap will not fall off during consumption. This design not only reduces the loss of bottle caps, but also promotes the recycling of bottle caps and improves the recycling rate of plastic bottles.
[0041] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A counterfeit-proof and traceable interlocking cap, comprising an outer cap (1) and an inner cap (2), characterized in that: The inner cover (2) is located inside the outer cover (1), and the outer cover (1) and the inner cover (2) are rotatably connected. The inner cover (2) is adapted to the bottle mouth. A connecting bridge (3) is provided between the opposite sides of the outer cover (1) and the inner cover (2), and a weak cut (4) is provided inside the connecting bridge (3). A sealing gasket (5) is provided inside the inner cover (2), and an anti-counterfeiting traceability mark (6) is provided on the side of the sealing gasket (5) away from the inner wall of the inner cover (2). The anti-counterfeiting traceability mark (6) includes an outer DNA traceability layer (61), a middle laser holographic image layer (62), and an innermost variable QR code layer (63).
2. The anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the outer cover (1) is rotatably connected to a flexible connecting ring (7), and a locking ring (8) is provided on the other side of the flexible connecting ring (7).
3. The anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap according to claim 2, characterized in that: The locking ring (8) is tapered, and the bottom of the locking ring (8) has several notches.
4. The anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the outer cover (1) is provided with anti-slip texture.
5. The anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the outer cover (1) is provided with a connecting post (9), and the connecting post (9) is rotatably connected to the side of the inner cover (2) near it.
6. The anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the outer cover (1) is provided with two push blocks (10), and the surface of the inner cover (2) is provided with two slots (11), and the surface of the push blocks (10) is in contact with the inner wall of the slots (11).
7. The anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap according to claim 1, characterized in that: The DNA traceability layer (61) is printed with ink containing the product's unique DNA sequence. The laser holographic image layer (62) contains a holographic image and hidden information customized according to the product's characteristics. The variable QR code layer (63) is associated with the product's entire process information through an encryption algorithm, and the pattern and information can be changed after scanning.
8. The anti-counterfeiting and traceability interlocking cap according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sealing gasket (5) is made of rubber material with good elasticity and corrosion resistance.