GM animals

 


Does the country produce GM animals?

No

For the time being, the country does not commercially produce GM animals.

 

Brief description of the regulatory framework for GM animals

The general regulation in force for Live Modified Organisms addresses GM animals. Regardless, a moratorium banning the introduction and production of Live Modified Organisms is in effect until 2035. The moratorium excludes Live Modified Organisms destined to confined trials for research purposes. CONAM (National Council for the Environment) is in charge of coordinating the competent authorities, while CONADIB (National Commission for Biological Diversity) acts as a consultive instance supporting CONAM in the proposal of guidelines regarding Live Modified Organisms.

 
• Regulatory framework
 


Are there local developments?

No

For the time being, there are no local developments of GM Animals in advanced stages.