Intelligent Bio Solutions Expands U.S. Forensic Market Presence, Seeks FDA Clearance for Breakthrough Fingerprint Drug Testing
- Successful deployment of over 50 screening readers and 7,000+ tests conducted, showing strong market adoption
- Partnership with SMARTOX provides access to multiple forensic settings and international markets
- Technology offers faster results (under 10 minutes) and cost reduction through simplified operations
- Pursuing FDA clearance for potential expansion into broader U.S. markets including workplace testing
- FDA clearance still pending, limiting current operations to forensic use only
- Market presence currently restricted primarily to forensic settings
Insights
INBS shows promising market traction in forensic testing while pursuing FDA clearance for broader commercial applications.
Intelligent Bio Solutions' progress report reveals meaningful traction in the forensic market through their SMARTOX partnership, with over 50 fingerprint drug screening devices deployed and 7,000+ tests completed (including 1,500+ in 2024). This adoption rate demonstrates market validation for their non-invasive fingerprint sweat-based testing technology.
The company's strategic focus appears two-pronged: (1) continue penetrating the forensic sector where they've established a foothold, and (2) pursue FDA clearance for their opiate test system specifically for codeine detection. This regulatory milestone would unlock substantially larger market opportunities in workplace drug testing.
What's particularly compelling about INBS' technology is its differentiated value proposition - delivering results in under ten minutes without invasive collection methods, while maintaining direct linkage to the individual being tested. The testimonial from SMARTOX highlights tangible operational benefits including reduced staffing requirements (eliminating gender-specific staffing needs), simplified logistics, and cost reductions.
INBS' approach of establishing credibility in specialized forensic markets while simultaneously pursuing broader commercial applications represents a sound commercialization strategy for a novel diagnostic platform. The growing test volume suggests increasing adoption, though investors should monitor whether this partnership's success can translate to additional distribution channels and ultimately FDA clearance.
SMARTOX has deployed over 50 of INBS’ Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening Readers and facilitated over 7,000 screening tests, including more than 1,500 tests in 2024 alone
Company continues to actively pursue FDA clearance in connection with planned expansion into broader U.S. markets in 2025
NEW YORK, June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intelligent Bio Solutions Inc. (Nasdaq: INBS) ("INBS" or the "Company"), a medical technology company delivering intelligent, rapid, non-invasive testing solutions, today announced an update on its growing footprint in the U.S. Forensic Use Only Market through its strategic partnership with SMARTOX, a Texas-based leader in drug and alcohol screening services.
SMARTOX supports clients across corrections, drug courts, rehabilitation centres, and other forensic environments. It has deployed over 50 Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening Readers and facilitated over 7,000 screening tests, including more than 1,500 tests in 2024 alone, highlighting accelerated demand for non-invasive, rapid testing in forensic settings. INBS' drug screening technology is credited with reducing reliance on invasive methods such as urine or saliva collection, while delivering rapid and reliable results directly linked to the individual tested.
As adoption grows in the U.S. Forensic Use Only market, INBS continues to actively pursue FDA clearance for its opiate test system for codeine. This effort aims to enable expansion into broader U.S. markets this year, including workplace drug testing, using its innovative fingerprint sweat-based testing technology.
"We have partnered with SMARTOX to expand access to our fingerprint drug screening system across key forensic settings such as criminal justice," said Doug Heath, Vice President of Global Sales at Intelligent Bio Solutions. "SMARTOX's commitment to innovation aligns with our mission to transform drug testing through intelligent, non-invasive technologies."
SMARTOX is known for its expertise, innovation, and customer-focused approach to drug testing. Its portfolio includes DOT compliance solutions, instant and lab-based testing, and advanced technologies, including INBS' Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening System, which enables hygienic, non-invasive drug screening in under ten minutes using fingerprint sweat. In addition to serving clients across the U.S., SMARTOX reaches international markets through its distribution network, including Europe, Latin America, New Zealand, and Australia.
"Our clients consistently report that the Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening System improves efficiency, enhances user dignity, and simplifies operations," said Duffy Nabors, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at SMARTOX. "They value its speed, ease of use, and non-invasiveness, along with the ability to eliminate gender-specific staff requirements and special facilities. These benefits help our clients reduce turnaround times, lower costs, and eliminate logistical complexities, improving the overall testing experience."
About SMARTOX
SMARTOX, founded in 2012, is a U.S.-based provider of drug and alcohol testing products and services. It offers a comprehensive portfolio supporting a wide range of settings, including healthcare, justice, corporate, and education. SMARTOX is committed to delivering advanced technology and exceptional results, providing fully integrated services encompassing design, customer service, and administrative support for its product line. The company's footprint spans the U.S. and international markets. SMARTOX is actively scaling its presence in forensic testing markets through new investments, pilot programs, and expanded jurisdictional coverage.
About Intelligent Bio Solutions Inc.
Intelligent Bio Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: INBS) is a medical technology company delivering intelligent, rapid, non-invasive testing solutions. The Company believes that its Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening System will revolutionize portable testing through fingerprint sweat analysis, which has the potential for broader applications in additional fields. Designed as a hygienic and cost-effective system, the test screens for the recent use of drugs commonly found in the workplace, including opiates, cocaine, methamphetamine, and cannabis. With sample collection in seconds and results in under ten minutes, this technology would be a valuable tool for employers in safety-critical industries. The Company’s current customer segments outside the US include construction, manufacturing and engineering, transport and logistics firms, mining, drug treatment organizations, and coroners.
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