Application A1195 - Alpha-amylase from GM Trichoderma reesei as a PA (enzyme) (Approval Report)

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has assessed an application made by Danisco New Zealand Ltd to permit an alpha-amylase enzyme preparation from a genetically modified (GM) Trichoderma reesei for use as a processing aid in brewing and the production of potable alcohol. On 9 June 2020, FSANZ sought submissions on a draft variation and published an associated report. FSANZ received three submissions. FSANZ approved the draft variation on 16 September 2020. The Australia and New Zealand Ministerial Forum on Food Regulation was notified of FSANZ’s decision on 24 September 2020.