What is the process for approving GM foods?
Companies or other bodies that have developed GM foods are required to make an application to FSANZ to have their GM food approved before it may be sold in Australia and New Zealand. As part of that application, companies are required to provide evidence that the GM food is safe for human consumption. Once an application has been received and accepted, FSANZ will then assess the application, which includes undertaking a full safety assessment of the GM food. GM foods that are approved are listed in a table contained in Standard 1.5.2.
