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Biosafety (Import, Export and Transit) Regulations, 2011 (L.N. No. 97 of 2011).

Country/Territory
Kenya
Document type
Regulation
Date
2011
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen., Cultivated plants
Keyword
Biosafety Biosecurity Authorization/permit Monitoring Genetically modified organism (GMO) International trade Biotechnology
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa
Abstract

These Regulations implement provisions of the Biosafety Act, 2009 in relation to control of international trade in genetically modified organisms (GMO’s). The objective of these Regulations is to ensure safe movement of GMO’s into and out of Kenya while protecting human health and the environment. A person shall not import, export or transit a GMO without a written approval from the National Biosafety Authority. Applications for approval shall be registered and Authority shall liaise with the relevant regulatory agency to monitor any imported genetically modified organisms for compliance with the requirements of these Regulations.

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References - Legislation

Implements

Biosafety Act, 2009.

Legislation | Kenya | 2009

Keyword: Basic legislation, EIA, Biosecurity, Genetically modified organism (GMO), Institution, Registration, Enforcement/compliance, Biotechnology, Biosafety, Plant production, Plant protection, Biodiversity, Inspection

Source: FAO, FAOLEX