[DIYbio] Re: Biohackerspace/DIYbio GMO Release



On Thursday, June 20, 2013 2:58:18 PM UTC-7, matt harbowy wrote:

More importantly:

With regard to comments regarding smaller-scale products development, EPA finds that,
because smaller scale projects of limited use would most likely be exempt or involve a relatively
limited set of use and exposure scenarios, burdens due to regulatory review would be expected to
be minimal; thus, the impacts of greatest concern to smaller institutions or organizations could be
frequently mitigated. In considering comments regarding CBI substantiation, EPA has decided not
to require up-front CBI substantiation in connection with TERA submissions.


Also, that document is specifically about the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), which only applies to microorganisms intended for commercial purposes.
On Thursday, June 20, 2013 2:29:10 PM UTC-7, SC wrote:
For reference, the official EPA word on regulation of GMO microorganisms:
 
 
Stacy

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