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Law No. 11.463 on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO).

Country
Brazil
Type of law
Legislation
Source
FAO , FAOLEX
Keywords
Abstract
This Law, composed of three articles, rules on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO). In particular, it requires that all activities using GMOs, including research, testing and pilot actions, shall attain to the relevant Federal Law.
Attached files
http://faolex.fao.org/docs/pdf/bra63478.pdf
Web site
http://www.sema.rs.gov.br
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force on the date of its publication.
Notes
This Act repeals all contrary provisions. In particular, it repeals Law No. 9.453 of 10 December 1991.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Lei Nº 11.463 - Dispõe sobre organismos geneticamente modificados (OGM).
Implements
Act No. 8.974 regulating biotechnology activity.