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Decree No. 3.871 on labelling of food containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

Country
Brazil
Type of law
Regulation
Source
FAO , FAOLEX
Keywords
Abstract
This Decree, composed of five articles, regulates the labelling of food containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs). In particular, it requires the provision, in food labels, of specific information on GMOs. Moreover, it institutes a dedicated Interministerial Commission for monitoring the implementation of the provisions set and for defining control procedures and methodologies.
Attached files
http://faolex.fao.org/docs/pdf/bra63301.pdf
Web site
http://www.sema.rs.gov.br
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Decree enters into force on 31 December 2001.
Repealed
Yes
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Decreto n. 3.871, de 18 de Julho de 2001.
Repealed by
Decree No. 4.680 regulating the right to information regarding food and food ingredients intended for human or animal consumption that contain or are produced from genetically modified organisms.