The OECD coordinates a programme on the harmonization of regulatory
oversight in biotechnology. The objective of the programme is to
promote international harmonization in biotechnology, which will
ensure that environmental health and safety aspects are properly
evaluated, while avoiding non-tariff barriers to products of the
technology. The major component of the programme is the development
of consensus documents, which comprise technical information for
use during the technical assessment of products of biotechnology,
and are intended to be mutually recognized among OECD Member
Countries. These documents focus on the biology of organisms (such
as plants, animals, or microorganisms), or traits, and contain
scientific evidence that is useful for environmental safety
assessment. OECD also has further information exchange mechanisms
and outreach activities with UNEP and UNIDO.
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