Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to allow a new processing aid derived from a genetically modified (GM) source.
FSANZ interim CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the application seeks approval to permit use of the enzyme maltogenic alpha amylase from a GM strain of Escherichia coli.
“FSANZ's safety assessment found no health or safety concerns for Australian and New Zealand consumers,' Dr Cuthbert said.
“If approved, the enzyme will be permitted for use as a processing aid in baking, brewing and starch processing.'
Guidance on how to make a submission is provided on the call for comment page on the FSANZ website.
Submissions close 6pm (Canberra time) 18 January 2022.
More information
- How to make a submission
- Read the assessment documents: A1231 - Maltogenic alpha amylase from GM Escherichia coli as a processing aid (enzyme)
- Additives and processing aids
Media contact: 0401 714 265 (Australia) or +61 401 714 265 (from New Zealand) or media@foodstandards.gov.au