China Consumer News reporter Yao Min
In addition to clear identification, safeguarding the right to know of genetically modified foods also includes public awareness of the development of global genetic technology and information on the management of genetically modified foods in various countries. According to experts, along with the development of transgenic technology and the promotion of transgenic crops, genetically modified agricultural products have gradually entered people's lives. Statistics from the International Organization for the Application of Agricultural Biotechnology Applications show that about 30 countries have planted genetically modified crops, and about 81% of the world's soybeans, 35% of corn, and 30% of rape are genetically modified products. The labeling requirements of genetically modified foods in various countries also show their attitude towards genetically modified crops.
Japan: There are three ways to identify
Since April 2001, Japan has passed statutory requirements to identify genetically modified foods, and it is necessary to identify the genetically modified varieties of soybeans, corn, potatoes, rapeseeds, cottonseeds, beets and papayas, as well as to use these agricultural products as raw materials and to detect them. Processed foods with genetically modified ingredients, edible oils such as high oleic acid-transformed soybeans and genetically modified corn are processed. According to Japanese regulations, there are three types of food labels in Japan: "transgenic" "non-transgenic" and "non-transgenic" (uncertain).
United States: Unmandated ID
The United States is the world’s largest grower of genetically modified crops. Foods made from genetically modified soybeans and corn have long been distributed in US supermarkets and are widely consumed by consumers. In the United States, genetically modified foods on supermarket shelves are usually not marked. U.S. federal government regulators support the labeling of "genetically modified" labels on food packaging, but do not impose such requirements. In June of this year, Connecticut in the northeastern United States became the first state to require identification of GM foods. The state passed a bill that sets the conditions for the entry into force, requiring the labeling of genetically engineered foods for genetically modified foods. Otherwise, illegal sellers or distributors will face fines of up to $1,000 per product per day. Related foods may It will also be banned by consumer protection agencies.
EU: Prudent approval must be express
Compared with the United States, the European Union adopts a cautious approach to the approval of genetically modified crops and foods. The proportion of European GM crops planted in the world is not high, and sales of GM foods in the European market are also very limited and there are strict regulations. According to the EU regulations, genetically modified foods must have “transgenic†labels on their packaging. Even if they are bulk genetically modified foods, they must be provided with identification information next to the food. In EU countries, foods that use genetically modified raw materials need to be labeled regardless of their proportions. For producers who process non-GM foods, if they are unintentionally adulterated with the genetically modified components during processing, they may be allowed to contain no more than 0.9%.
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