Choosing the correct forensic marker(s) in currency, document, and product protection

Jeremy J. Plimmer

doi:10.1117/12.637366

9 February 2006 Choosing the correct forensic marker(s) in currency, document, and product protection

Jeremy J. Plimmer

Proceedings Volume 6075, Optical Security and Counterfeit Deterrence Techniques VI; 60750X (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.637366
Event: Electronic Imaging 2006, 2006, San Jose, California, United States

Abstract

The use of forensic markers (often known as 'tags' or taggants) as authenticity agents in currency, document and product provenance protection is gaining increased acceptance. There is now a wide choice to be made from a variety of technologies available from a number of suppliers. What criteria should be employed to aid the selection of the most appropriate technology? This paper will identify by type the range of technologies available. The use of tags and identification markers in all forms of authenticity test is highly dependent upon criteria such as the method used to deliver the marking component and the equipment needed to identify and extract the marking agent during the authorisation process. For instance, the type of marking system that can be effectively used in currency protection will require different attributes to that of a marker that identifies the authenticity of say a pharmaceutical product or the provenance of a precious stone. Such marking systems offer quality results to potential users, all of whom posses their own distinctive needs. However the correct choice will be driven by a decision making process that involves cost, speed of application, ease of recovery and low risk of compromise as well suitability for purpose. This paper will briefly identify the way forensic markers can be utilised in protecting users from various risks such as counterfeiting, dilution and refilling. This paper will also explore the technical aspects of each process with regard to characteristics and components involved in the system and then analyse the suitability of a range of available technologies to address risks on a sector by sector basis.

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Jeremy J. Plimmer "Choosing the correct forensic marker(s) in currency, document, and product protection", Proc. SPIE 6075, Optical Security and Counterfeit Deterrence Techniques VI, 60750X (9 February 2006); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.637366

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