Forensic DNA Taggants for Secure Product Verification
Microtrace DNA taggants provide a secure, covert method for verifying product authenticity and origin. Applied in trace quantities, these markers are invisible to the eye and virtually impossible to replicate. They are ideal for high-volume or high-risk materials where counterfeit resistance is critical.
How It Works
DNA taggants are custom-encoded sequences encapsulated for stability and introduced in microscopic amounts to products or raw materials. Each tag is:
- Undetectable without specialized laboratory analysis
- Masked by environmental DNA to avoid discovery
- Verified using PCR (polymerase chain reaction) protocols
- Recognized by courts as admissible forensic evidence
Because each sequence is unknown and cannot be reverse engineered, replication by counterfeiters is virtually impossible.
Lab-Based Authentication
Verification is performed through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) analysis in specialized laboratories. While not suited for field detection, this method provides highly specific, forensic-grade validation. Microtrace offers rapid lab services to ensure timely verification.
Proven Applications
DNA taggants are ideal for:
- Textiles and fibers
- Fuel and lubricant marking
- Pharmaceuticals and raw materials
- Covert batch-level authentication in high-volume packaging
DNA markers can be introduced at nearly any point in the supply chain.
Seamless Integration
DNA taggants are applied in microscopic quantities without affecting product appearance or performance. They can be incorporated into inks, coatings, liquids, fibers, and raw materials at multiple stages of the manufacturing. Their invisibility and chemical compatibility make them ideal for covert integration into existing workflows.
