Regulation on risk assessment for intentional introduction of genetically modified organisms into the environment. Country/Territory Croatia Document type Regulation Date 2020 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen. Keyword Genetically modified organism (GMO) Risk assessment/management Geographical area Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Mediterranean, Southern Europe Entry into force notes This text entered into force eight days after its publication in the Official Gazette (published on 24 April 2020). Abstract This Regulation, as in accordance with the Croatian Law on genetically modified organisms, determines the content and scope of risk assessment of deliberate introduction of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) into the environment, methodology for risk assessment and conditions that must be met by al legal entities engaged in elaboration of this kind of risk assessment. Risk assessment is a scientific-professional analysis which determines, analyzes and evaluates the possible harmful effects of a certain GMO, whether direct or indirect, current or delayed, on human health or the environment, assesses the risk of introduction into the environment and accordingly the assessment shall determine the necessary risk control and management measures, among other most appropriate methods to be used. Full text Croatian Website www.nn.hr References - Legislation Implements Law on genetically modified organisms. Legislation | Croatia | 2019 Keyword: Genetically modified organism (GMO), Biodiversity, Biosafety, Biosecurity, Offences/penalties, Food quality control/food safety, Inspection, Standards, Procedural matters, Processing/handling, Animal feed/feedstuffs, Biotechnology, Hazardous substances, Hazardous waste, Waste management Source: FAO, FAOLEX Repeals Regulation on the content and the method for submitting the notification for deliberate release of genetically modified organisms into the environment. Legislation | Croatia | 2006 Keyword: Genetically modified organism (GMO), EIA, Biosafety, Standards Source: FAO, FAOLEX