Application A1302 - Food derived from insect-protected corn line MZIR260

Overview

FSANZ has assessed an application made by Syngenta Australia Pty Ltd 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 MZIR260. This corn line has been genetically modified for protection against insect pests. FSANZ has prepared a draft food regulatory measure.

FSANZ has provided public notification and welcomes your submission to assist with consideration of the application.

Consultation papers

The consultation documents and a copy of the application are provided below. Please read these documents before preparing your submission. 

• Call for submissions report (PDF 338KB).
• Supporting document 1 - safety assessment  (PDF 1MB).
• Application (PDF 9.70MB).

You can find further information on A1302 on the FSANZ website. 

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.

How to make a submission

The Consultation Hub is FSANZ's platform for public consultation. We have set up an online survey response form to assist you in completing your submission. Please refer to the consultation documents in preparing your submission. Once you begin, you can save your progress and complete your submission before the consultation closes on 04 December 2024 at 6pm Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT).

What happens next

Consultation on A1302 - Food derived from insect-protected corn line MZIR260 has closed. Submissions received will now be considered as part of the assessment process.