Decree (2002:1086) on the release of genetically modified organisms into the environment.

Subject

Environment gen., General

Keyword

GMO Public health Packaging/labelling Protection of environment Precautionary principle Risk assessment/management EIA Access-to-information Authorization/permit Procedural matters Internal trade International trade Data collection/reporting Monitoring International relations/cooperation

Geographical area

Arctic, Europe, EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA, European Union Countries, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe

Entry into force notes

This Regulation shall enter into force on 17 January 2003, when Regulation (1994:901) ceases to apply.

Abstract

The present Decree applies to the handling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), with the exception of contained use in accordance with the Decree (2000:271) on the contained use of genetically modified organisms. It does not apply to genetically modified humans; organisms produced by mutagenesis; and organisms produced by cell fusion (including protoplast fusion) of plant cells in cases where the plant can also be produced by traditional processing methods. The Decree contains the following chapters: 1. Introductory provisions; 2. Deliberate release; 3. Placing on the market; 4. Labelling, registration and information to the public; 5. Other provisions.

Full text

Swedish

Website

www.riksdagen.se

References - Legislation

Implements

Swedish Environmental Code (1998:808).

Legislation | Sweden | 1998

Keyword: Framework law, Institution, Pollution control, EIA, Access-to-information, Agricultural land, Ecosystem preservation, Environmental audit, Environmental planning, GMO, Environmental standards, Inspection, Polluter pays principle, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Soil rehabilitation, Management/conservation, Waste management, Waste prevention, Water conservation zone, Waterworks, Drainage/land reclamation, Authorization/permit, Protected area, National parks

Source: FAO, FAOLEX