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Australia's proposal to change definitions of foods produced using genetic technology

Australia

Jul 31, 2024

The Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has published Proposal P1055 - Definitions for gene technology and new breeding techniques and the Second Call for Submissions and Supporting documents. Proposal P1055 proposes to amend the definitions for 'food produced using gene technology' and 'gene technology' in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) to ensure it is clear what foods are genetically modified (GM) for Code purposes, while also ensuring that foods are regulated according to the risk they pose.

The primary objective of the Proposal is to ensure clarity on which foods are GM foods for Code purposes, while also accommodating new and emerging technologies for genetic modification and changes in the international regulatory context.

The proposed amendments would provide a clear definition for GM food for enforcement purposes and reduce uncertainty about which foods require pre-market assessment as GM foods, while continuing to protect public health and safety.

 

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