Tobacco, Alcohol & Cannabis:
Anti-Counterfeiting, Tax Stamps & Packaging Designs
Alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis are all highly regulated industries, with complex supply chains and extensive legal frameworks in place, generating significant revenue worldwide. The global alcoholic beverage market was valued at over $1.3 trillion in 2019, while the global tobacco market was valued at over $932 billion in the same year. The legal cannabis market was valued at $17.5 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach $97.3 billion by 2026.
However, these industries also face significant challenges related to anti-counterfeiting measures. Counterfeit alcohol products can pose health risks to consumers and lead to lost revenue for legitimate businesses. The World Health Organization estimates that around 25% of alcohol consumed globally is unrecorded or illicit. Counterfeit tobacco products, which represent around 10% of the global market, result in an annual loss of over $40 billion in tax revenue for governments. Counterfeit cannabis products are becoming an increasingly significant problem, with recent estimates suggesting that counterfeit THC vape cartridges alone could represent up to $2 billion in sales in the US market.
At 3D AG we have successfully implemented solutions that have helped our customers protect their brand, their image, and their goods, and we are happy to share our experience with you.
Holographic Tax Stamps for Packaging in the Tobacco, Alcohol
& Cannabis Industries
Fiscal stamps provide a visible indication that a product has been taxed. They play a vital role in combating counterfeit products, which can pose significant health risks to consumers and result in lost revenue for legitimate businesses. Holographic tax stamps are increasingly being used as an anti-counterfeiting measure. The unique holographic design that is difficult to replicate and helps to authenticate the product’s authenticity can include information such as the manufacturer’s name, product name, and tax information. Holographic tax stamps are also designed to be tamper-evident, meaning that any attempt to remove or alter the stamp will be immediately visible. This helps to ensure the safety and integrity of the product, whilst increasing consumer confidence and trust. 3D AG offers holographic tax stamps with enhanced functionalities.
Holographic Shrink Sleeves for Alcohol and Beverages
Shrink sleeves are a popular packaging option for beverages as they offer a 360-degree design that allows for greater branding opportunities. 3D AG’s shrink sleeves can be customized with high-quality holographic elements and can be applied to a range of shapes and sizes. Shrink sleeves also provide tamper-evident protection and help to prevent leaks, which can improve the overall safety of the product. Holographic shrink sleeves are an attractive and effective packaging solution for alcohol beverages, carry eye-catching effects and convey safety to consumers.
WHY 3D AG?
3D AG has worked with the largest tobacco brands to design attractive and innovative packaging. As specialists in anti-counterfeiting and branding solutions, we have supported upcoming CBD companies to implement authentication features and track & trace systems to meet the requirements of regulating compliance and safety.
Branding, Track & Trace and Anti-Counterfeiting for THC and CBD Cannabis Packaging
The THC and CBD cannabis industries face significant challenges related to counterfeiting, and 3D AG’s platform soorce3D is an innovative protection measure to help authenticate products and prevent the circulation of counterfeit goods. The combination of unique packaging, eye-catching brand holograms, and QR codes or NFC technologies provide consumers with an easy way to verify the authenticity of THC buds, edibles and oils. These measures are specifically important in the cannabis industry to ensure products have been tested, meet quality standards, and have proper certifications or lab results. In addition, the interests of legitimate businesses are protected by preventing lost revenue due to counterfeit products. The use of holograms as an innovative cannabis branding element and attractive protection measure can also help to improve consumer trust and build brand loyalty. Overall, the THC and CBD industries need to continue to invest in anti-counterfeiting measures that provide effective authentication and protection against counterfeit products.
Fresnel Lenses for Visual Enhancement of Packaging Designs
Fresnel lenses are a special type of lens to create unique visual effects on packaging. Fresnel lenses are flat, thin lenses with concentric rings that refract light in a way that creates 3D images and warp effects. 3D AG has successfully implemented Fresnel lenses into attractive packaging designs for cigarettes, alcohol and food products. Creating visually striking effects captures the attention of consumers and makes a product stand out on store shelves. The lenses can be incorporated into the design of a label or into foil that is directly integrated into carton, creating a unique texture or visual effect that enhances the overall aesthetic appeal of the product.