Decree No. 52 of 2013 (VI. 17.) VM of the Ministry of Rural Development regarding the safeguard procedure of potato genetically modified for enhanced content of the amylopectin component of starch.

Country/Territory: Hungary
Document type: Regulation
Date: 2013
Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Subject: Livestock, Food & nutrition
Keyword: Consumer protection Food quality control/food safety GMO Internal trade Vegetables/legumes Animal feed/feedstuffs
Geographical area: Eastern Europe, Europe, European Union Countries
Entry into force notes: On 18 June 2013.

Abstract: This Decree put under safeguard procedure in the territory of Hungary the potato genetically modified for enhanced content of the amylopectin component of starch (Amflora potato). Marketing and use of food and feed containing Amflora potato are forbidden in Hungary even if the presence is adventitious or technically unavoidable.
Full text: Hungarian
Website: njt.hu

References - Legislation

Implements

Act No. XXVII of 1998 on biotechnology activities.

Legislation | Hungary | 1998 (2000)

Keyword: Biotechnology, Authorization/permit, Registration, Packaging/labelling, Inspection, GMO, International trade, Transport/storage, Waste management, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX