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Expanding Cannabidiol Formulations for Environmental and Agricultural Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857678_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Expanding Cannabidiol Formulations for Environmental and Agricultural Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857678_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857678_0007_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,678.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept leverages self-emulsifying cannabidiol compositions to address pressing environmental and agricultural challenges, providing novel solutions for pollutant remediation, crop growth enhancement, and sustainable practices.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed self-emulsifying cannabidiol compositions for pharmaceutical applications, but did not consider their potential in environmental and agricultural contexts. The present inventive concept addresses the limitations of existing methods in these fields, which often rely on toxic chemicals or inefficient practices.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept involves applying self-emulsifying cannabidiol compositions to treat contaminated soil or water, enhance agricultural crop growth, reduce pesticide usage, and break down industrial waste. These compositions, comprising cannabidiol and one or more surfactants, can be tailored to specific environmental and agricultural applications, offering a more effective and sustainable approach.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying the core technology of the original patent to entirely new industries and use cases, demonstrating a non-obvious and innovative leap beyond the original invention.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include modifying the composition's surfactant profile, adjusting the cannabidiol concentration, or incorporating additional additives to enhance the formulation's performance in specific environmental or agricultural contexts.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the environmental remediation, agricultural, and cosmetics industries, offering a unique value proposition for companies seeking sustainable and effective solutions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61K9/107
A A61 A61K9/4808
A A61 A61K9/4825
A A61 A61K31/05
A A61 A61K47/10
A A61 A61K47/14
A A61 A61K47/22

Field of Art

Pharmaceutical and chemical formulation technologies, specifically focused on self-emulsifying drug delivery systems for cannabidiol with expertise in surfactant interactions, emulsion technologies, and pharmaceutical/environmental applications

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with advanced degrees in pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, or related fields, possessing knowledge of drug delivery systems, surfactant chemistry, emulsion technologies, and understanding of cannabinoid formulation techniques

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the core self-emulsifying cannabidiol composition technology disclosed in the source patent provides a versatile platform for exploring alternative applications beyond medical treatments. The fundamental composition's adaptability and known surfactant properties would suggest potential environmental and agricultural uses as a natural extension of the original invention's technical principles.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Self-emulsifying cannabidiol composition with specific surfactant ratios and globule size characteristics
PTD Variation
Applying the composition to environmental pollutant remediation and soil treatment
Obviousness Reasoning
Known surfactant properties enable predictable interactions with contaminants, and the composition's emulsion characteristics would facilitate dispersal and potential breakdown of pollutants
Source Patent Element
Cannabidiol composition with adjustable concentration and surfactant profile
PTD Variation
Modifying formulation for agricultural crop enhancement and pest management
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable modification of existing composition by adjusting concentration and adding agricultural-specific additives would be a routine design choice for a skilled practitioner
Source Patent Element
Emulsion technology with controlled globule size between 100-300 nanometers
PTD Variation
Cosmetic and topical applications targeting skin conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
The established emulsion characteristics inherently suggest potential for transdermal or topical delivery, representing a logical extension of the original formulation technology
Source Patent Element
Cannabidiol composition with multiple surfactant options
PTD Variation
Industrial waste management and effluent treatment applications
Obviousness Reasoning
The composition's inherent chemical properties and surfactant interactions provide a predictable mechanism for potential pollutant interaction and breakdown
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857678, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed variations in environmental, agricultural, and cosmetic applications of the self-emulsifying cannabidiol composition to be obvious extensions of the original invention, lacking non-obvious inventive characteristics and therefore constituting prima facie obviousness under 35 U.S.C. ยง 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,678
TitleSelf-emulsifying cannabidiol formulations
Assignee(s)Benuvia Operations, LLC