Steakholder Foods Receives Positive International Search Report for Patent Covering HD144 Fish Printer’s ٳ®-Based Drop-on-Demand Printing System
Steakholder Foods (Nasdaq: STKH), a leader in 3D-printing technology for alt-protein production, has received a positive Written Opinion from the International Searching Authority (ISA) for its patent application PCT/US 24/34252. The patent covers the HD144 printer's ٳ® (Drop Location in Space) technology for plant-based fish production.
The ISA confirmed that all 21 claims in the application meet novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability requirements. The system features advanced multi-component architecture for bio-ink delivery, gas pressure control, and synchronized operation, enabling precise micro-droplet deposition to replicate fish texture and appearance.
Steakholder Foods (Nasdaq: STKH), azienda leader nella tecnologia di stampa 3D per la produzione di proteine alternative, ha ricevuto un parere favorevole scritto dall'Autorità Internazionale di Ricerca (ISA) per la sua domanda di brevetto PCT/US 24/34252. Il brevetto riguarda la tecnologia ٳ® (Drop Location in Space) della stampante HD144 per la produzione di pesce a base vegetale.
L'ISA ha confermato che tutte le 21 rivendicazioni della domanda soddisfano i requisiti di novità, attività inventiva e applicabilità industriale. Il sistema presenta un'architettura avanzata multi-componente per la distribuzione della bio-inchiostro, il controllo della pressione del gas e il funzionamento sincronizzato, permettendo una deposizione precisa di micro-gocce per replicare la texture e l'aspetto del pesce.
Steakholder Foods (Nasdaq: STKH), líder en tecnología de impresión 3D para la producción de proteínas alternativas, ha recibido una Opinión Escrita positiva de la Autoridad Internacional de Búsqueda (ISA) para su solicitud de patente PCT/US 24/34252. La patente cubre la tecnología ٳ® (Drop Location in Space) de la impresora HD144 para la producción de pescado de origen vegetal.
La ISA confirmó que todas las 21 reivindicaciones de la solicitud cumplen con los requisitos de novedad, actividad inventiva y aplicabilidad industrial. El sistema cuenta con una arquitectura avanzada de múltiples componentes para la entrega de bio-tinta, control de presión de gas y operación sincronizada, lo que permite una deposición precisa de microgotas para replicar la textura y apariencia del pescado.
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Steakholder Foods (Nasdaq : STKH), leader dans la technologie d'impression 3D pour la production de protéines alternatives, a reçu un avis écrit positif de l'Autorité internationale de recherche (ISA) concernant sa demande de brevet PCT/US 24/34252. Le brevet couvre la technologie ٳ® (Drop Location in Space) de l'imprimante HD144 pour la production de poisson à base de plantes.
L'ISA a confirmé que l'ensemble des 21 revendications de la demande répondent aux critères de nouveauté, d'activité inventive et d'applicabilité industrielle. Le système présente une architecture multi-composants avancée pour la distribution d'encre biologique, le contrôle de la pression du gaz et le fonctionnement synchronisé, permettant un dépôt précis de micro-gouttes pour reproduire la texture et l'apparence du poisson.
Steakholder Foods (Nasdaq: STKH), ein führendes Unternehmen im Bereich 3D-Drucktechnologie für die Produktion alternativer Proteine, hat eine positive schriftliche Stellungnahme von der Internationalen Recherchenbehörde (ISA) für seine Patentanmeldung PCT/US 24/34252 erhalten. Das Patent umfasst die ٳ®-Technologie (Drop Location in Space) des HD144-Druckers für die Herstellung von pflanzenbasiertem Fisch.
Die ISA bestätigte, dass alle 21 Ansprüche der Anmeldung die Anforderungen an Neuheit, erfinderische Tätigkeit und gewerbliche Anwendbarkeit erfüllen. Das System verfügt über eine fortschrittliche mehrkomponentige Architektur zur Bio-Tintenabgabe, Gasdruckregelung und synchronisierten Bedienung, die eine präzise Mikrotröpfchenablagerung ermöglicht, um die Textur und das Aussehen von Fisch nachzuahmen.
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Steakholder's patent milestone strengthens its IP position in alt-protein technology, enhancing competitive advantages and commercialization potential.
Steakholder Foods has secured a significant intellectual property validation with the positive Written Opinion from the International Searching Authority (ISA) for its PCT application covering the HD144 fish printer's ٳ® technology. This opinion validates all 21 claims across three critical IP requirements: novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability.
The ISA's assessment represents a crucial milestone in the patent process, substantially increasing the likelihood of securing granted patents across multiple jurisdictions. For technology companies like Steakholder, robust IP protection is a fundamental business asset that can create significant barriers to entry for competitors and establish technological moats.
The covered technology—a multi-component architecture for bio-ink delivery with precise gas pressure control—enables the micro-droplet precision necessary for creating plant-based fish with realistic texture and appearance. This level of detail in alternative seafood production addresses one of the category's persistent challenges: replicating the complex structure of conventional fish.
From an IP strategy perspective, this positive opinion positions Steakholder to confidently proceed to national phase filings in target markets, potentially extending their monopolistic rights over this technology for 20 years from filing date. The comprehensive protection covering 21 distinct claims suggests the company has developed a sophisticated patent strategy that protects multiple aspects of their innovation, rather than a narrow technological approach.
This development strengthens Steakholder's position in partnership negotiations and commercialization efforts, as potential partners gain increased confidence in the company's ability to protect its technology from competitive threats. The timing of this IP milestone could accelerate the company's transition from R&D to commercial deployment of its alt-protein manufacturing technology.
Rehovot, Israel, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steakholder Foods Ltd. (Nasdaq: STKH), a global leader in 3D-printing technology for structured alt-protein production, announced today that it has received a positive Written Opinion from the International Searching Authority (ISA) regarding its international patent application PCT/US 24/34252. The application covers the printing system of the company’s HD144 printer for plant-based fish, which is based on its proprietary ٳ® (Drop Location in Space) drop-on-demand printing technology.
The ISA determined that all 21 claims in the application fulfill the requirements of novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability, confirming the uniqueness and innovation of Steakholder’s system.
The patented system includes an advanced multi-component architecture for managing and delivering bio-ink materials, gas pressure control, and a central processing module that synchronizes the printer’s operation. This system lies at the heart of the HD144 printer, purpose-built to produce high-fidelity, structured plant-based fish products.
ٳ®, Steakholder’s drop-on-demand technology, enables ultra-precise deposition of micro-droplets of plant-based materials. This allows for accurate structuring and marbling that replicates the texture, layering, and appearance of conventional fish—unlocking new levels of realism in plant-based seafood.
“This positive opinion from the ISA is a meaningful milestone that reinforces the strength of our IP and the disruptive nature of our technology,� said Arik Kaufman, CEO of Steakholder Foods. “Our ٳ®-based HD144 printer is raising the bar in plant-based seafood production, and this patent supports our global commercialization and strategic partnership goals.�
The positive report positions Steakholder Foods to confidently pursue national phase filings in key global markets and fortify its leadership in the 3D-printed alternative protein sector.
About Steakholder Foods
Steakholder Foods is at the forefront of transforming the alternative protein industries through its advanced technology. Founded in 2019, Steakholder Foods specializes in developing and selling 3D-printing production machines, supported by proprietary premix blends, formulated from the highest-quality raw ingredients. These innovative tools are designed to help manufacturers of all sizes efficiently produce foods that meet and exceed consumer expectations for taste, texture, and appearance and offer a safe and sustainable alternative to industrialized meat and seafood production.
Steakholder Foods� expertise in creating alternative proteins products that replicate the complex textures of traditional meats such as beef steaks, white fish, shrimp, and eel. The company is also exploring the integration of cultivated cells, preparing for future advancements in food technology.
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