# Edible QR Codes The interiqr 3D Printing Technique Turns Food Into Edible Tags By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-10-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interiqr References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/420750/Researchers-Create-Edible-QR-Codes-That-Can-Be-Baked-Into-Your-Favorite-Snack/) & [eurekalert.org](https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/968075?utm_source=DesignTAXI&utm_medium=DesignTAXI&utm_term=DesignTAXI&utm_content=DesignTAXI&utm_campaign=DesignTAXI)  interiqr is an innovative 3D printing technique out of [Osaka University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gyonut) that turns food into [edible QR codes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iqrcode). Scientists worked with cookies to create "unobtrusive edible tags" that are useful for providing more information without interfering with the snack's taste. The non-toxic food tag can be read with a smartphone and it has the potential to support the future of [food traceability and safety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moroccan-olive-oil). Kosuke Sato, senior author of the study, also says "This technology can also be used to provide novel food experiences through augmented reality." This technology has the potential to replace something like stickers on fruit and offer a more earth-friendly way of keeping people informed about the food products they're consuming. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Edible Tags:** The interiqr 3D printing technique out of Osaka University turns food into edible QR codes for food traceability and augmented reality experiences. - **Food Traceability:** Edible QR codes have the potential to improve food traceability and provide more information about the food products consumed. - **Augmented Reality for Food:** The interiqr 3D printing technique out of Osaka University can provide novel food experiences through augmented reality. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Industry:** This technology has the potential to disrupt the food industry with a more earth-friendly way of food traceability and enhanced experiences. - **Technology Industry:** The interiqr 3D printing technique presents an opportunity for the technology industry to integrate augmented reality into the food consumption experience. - **Packaging Industry:** Edible QR codes have the potential to disrupt the packaging industry by providing a more sustainable way of labeling food products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chromatic AI Food Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikoffy-edibot.md) - [Edible Ink Confectionery Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-ink-printer.md) - [Interactive Packaging Content](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartlinks.md) - [Programmable QR Code Tags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-tags.md) - [Edible 3D-Printed Insects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-edible-insects.md) - [Color-Changing Food Labels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freshtag.md) - [Accessible Candy Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-qr-codes.md) - [High-Tech Packaging Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ddtags.md) - [Transparent Cannabis QR Codes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veritas-fine-cannabis.md)