Application A1281 - Food derived from herbicide-tolerant and insect-protected corn line DP910521

Closed 5 Mar 2024

Opened 23 Jan 2024

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Overview

FSANZ has assessed an application made by Corteva Agriscience Australia Proprietary Limited to amend the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code to permit the sale and use of food derived from a new food produced using gene technology: corn line DP910521. This corn line has been genetically modified for tolerance to the herbicide glufosinate and protection from lepidopteran insect pests. A draft food regulatory measure has been prepared. 

FSANZ has provided public notification for consultation to assist in consideration of the draft food regulatory measure. 

Consultation papers and application

The consultation documents and application are provided below. Submitters were asked to read these documents before preparing their submissions. 

Why your views matter

FSANZ invites and welcomes public and stakeholder input into standard setting processes. Your views will help us ensure food standards continue to protect public health and safety while supporting an effective, transparent and accountable regulatory framework for industry and food authorities.

What happens next

Consultation on Application A1281 - Food derived from herbicide-tolerant and insect-protected corn line DP910521 has closed. Submissions received will now be considered as part of the assessment process.

Audiences

  • Anyone from any background

Interests

  • Client service delivery
  • Stakeholder satisfaction
  • Feedback