MUMBAI, India, Feb. 6 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202541121096 A) filed by Chebrolu Hanumaiah Institute Of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, on Dec. 3, 2025, for 'self-decomposing smart packaging system for zero- waste pharmacy operations.'
Inventor(s) include Dr. Valluru Ravi; Dr. M. Raghava Kalyan; Dr. V. Sindhu Vaishnavi; Mrs. Shaik Shafiya Begum; Mr. N. Venkata Deepak; Dr. K. Teja; and Dr. Suryadevara Vidyadhara.
The application for the patent was published on Feb. 6, under issue no. 06/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention discloses a self-decomposing smart packaging system for zero-waste pharmacy operations. The system employs a biodegradable composite material comprising polylactic acid (PLA), mycelium, and nanocellulose, providing mechanical strength, moisture resistance, and rapid compostability. Packaging is formed through the injection moulding of the PLA-mycelium-nanocellulose blend and incorporates low-power organic electronic sensors printed on biodegradable cellulose films. The sensors continuously monitor temperature, humidity, and light exposure to ensure pharmaceutical stability and are powered by a micro-battery or ambient energy-harvesting elements. Each package includes a QR code linking to a cloud-based inventory platform, enabling real-time tracking, automated alerts, and analytics to reduce overstock and spoilage. After use, the packaging can be placed in soil or compost, where all components including sensors degrade within 60-90 days without generating toxic residues. The system provides pharmacies with an integrated solution for sustainable operations, maintaining medication safety while minimizing environmental impact."
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