Cannabinoid-Coated Packaging Paper for Controlled Smoking Intake

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing methods for consuming cannabinoids, such as through cigarette smoking, lack an efficient and alternative packaging solution that allows for controlled intake of these beneficial compounds.

Innovation Solution

A paper element for packaging use is developed, comprising a base portion made of paper with a surface layer containing cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids, incorporated using a matrix of resins and additives, allowing for even distribution and controlled release.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If cannabinoids are added to paper element, then intake of beneficial compounds is enabled, but manufacturing complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveintake methodVSAvoidmanufacturing process
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The cannabinoids are incorporated into the paper element during the manufacturing process, specifically in the formation of the surface layer. This preliminary action ensures the active ingredients are pre-positioned and evenly distributed, eliminating the need for complex post-processing or application steps during consumption.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The paper element is created as a composite material combining traditional paper with cannabinoids and a binding matrix. This integration allows the paper to serve dual functions as both packaging material and delivery vehicle for the active ingredients, simplifying the overall system while enabling new intake methods.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

2Reliability

If surface layer with cannabinoids is applied, then controlled release is achieved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecontrolled releaseVSAvoidsurface layer application
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The binding matrix is formulated with specific physical and chemical parameters including controlled viscosity, evaporation rate, and adhesion properties. By adjusting these parameters, the surface layer achieves uniform distribution and controlled release characteristics without requiring extremely tight manufacturing tolerances on the application process.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The binding matrix serves as an intermediary substance that facilitates the incorporation and controlled release of cannabinoids. It acts as a carrier and binder, distributing the active ingredients evenly throughout the surface layer and controlling their release rate, thereby reducing the direct precision requirements on the application process.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Adaptability or versatility

If cannabinoids are incorporated into paper, then alternative consumption method is provided, but potential harmful effects increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconsumption methodVSAvoidhealth risks
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The paper element utilizes the porous structure of the paper matrix to control the release of cannabinoids. The pore size and distribution are engineered to allow controlled vaporization and release of the active ingredients during combustion, reducing uncontrolled release and potential harmful effects while maintaining the alternative consumption method.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #31Porous materials

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables the intake of cannabinoids through smoking, providing analgesic, relaxing, anti-inflammatory, anti-emetic, anti-tumor, and antioxidant effects, while offering a new method for consuming cannabinoids.

Implementation Method 1

a matrix suited to incorporate said amount of cannabinoids

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectAbsorption: Absorption (physical)

Implementation Method 2

said matrix comprises at least one resin and/or additives

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectAdhesion: Adhesive

Implementation Method 3

The beneficial effects deriving from a person taking cannabinoids are known. It has been recognized that the cannabinoids, known as active ingredients of the cannabis plants, show positive effects on the body of the person taking them

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCombustion: Combustion

Data Source

PatentEP4568506B1Paper element for packaging use, in particular a cigarette paper
Publication Date: 2026.04.15 GASPAROTTO GIOVANNI
  • EP4568506B1 patent drawingFigure 1~2
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AI summary

The present invention refers to a paper element (10; 110) for packaging use comprising a base portion made of paper (12; 112), wherein the paper element (10; 110) comprises an amount of cannabinoids.