A1318 - Steviol glycosides produced by enzymatic conversion using enzymes produced by GM Escherichia coli BL21

Overview

FSANZ has assessed an application made by Sichuan Ingia Biosynthetic Co. Ltd. to permit the use of three new enzymes sourced from a genetically modified (GM) strain of Escherichia coli, as processing aids for the enzymatic conversion of the steviol glycoside rebaudioside A to rebaudioside M. 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 (428KB)
• Supporting document 1 (340KB)
• Application (744MB)

You can find further information on A1318 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 20 May 2025 at 11:59pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).