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Food Standards Australia New Zealand approves application to use a genetically modified soybean (A1049) in food
Australia & New Zealand
May 13, 2011
APPLICATION A1049 – FOOD DERIVED FROM HERBICIDE-TOLERANT, HIGH OLEIC ACID
SOYBEAN LINE MON87705
APPROVAL REPORT
Executive Summary"
Main points are:
- The Application seeks approval for food derived from glyphosate tolerant, high oleic acid soybean line MON87705, a genetically modified (GM) variety.
- Soybean MON87705 was developed for cultivation in soybean growing regions overseas, and once commercialised, could enter the food supply of Australia and New Zealand through imported food products.
- The Safety Assessment did not identify any potential public health and safety concerns.
- In accordance with GM labelling laws, food derived from MON87705 soybean, including the refined oil, must be labelled due to the altered nutrient profile.
- No major issues were raised in public submissions. General issues have been addressed in this report.
Full report
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Website: http://www.foodstandards.gov.au Published: May 27, 2011 |
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