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

Original Patent Information

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