Regulations on labeling and packaging of genetically modified plants. Country/Territory China Territorial subdivision Taiwan Document type Regulation Date 2005 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Cultivated plants Keyword GMO Packaging/labelling Registration Geographical area Asia, Eastern Asia Entry into force notes This Regulation enters into force on 29 June 2005. Abstract These Regulations are formulated in accordance with Plant Variety and Plant Seed Act (art. 52). The Regulations provide for the requirements for labeling and packaging of genetically modified plants. A unique identification number shall be issued and registered by the competent authority after a genetically modified strain has passed field testing and before domestic extension or sales. The unique identification number is used for product identification and source tracing. An applicant for a uni Full text Chinese Website www.cla.nchu.edu.tw References - Legislation Implements Plant Variety and Plant Seed Act, 1988. Legislation | China | 1988 (2004) Keyword: Plant variety, Planting material/seeds, Crops/grasses, Breeders' rights/farmers' rights, Certification, Intellectual property rights/patents, Plant production, Research, Registration, Basic legislation Source: FAO, FAOLEX