Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Scientists at Sandia National Laboratories are working on a high-tech invisible ink, which could become the newest tool for stopping counterfeit goods. Beyond their negative economic impact, counterfeit goods can threaten public health. In 2022, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration seized more than 58.4 million fentanyl-laced fake pills. Six out of 10 pills the administration tested contained potentially lethal doses of fentanyl. Sandia’s inks offer a new way to mark authentic pill bottles and other goods, which could help keep consumers safe. The research team is now seeking partnerships to help develop and ultimately commercialize the new technology.
