United States Code · Section
§ 1639 — Definitions
7 U.S.C. § 1639
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In this subchapter:
(1) The term “bioengineering”, and any similar term, as determined by the Secretary, with respect to a food, refers to a food—
(A) that contains genetic material that has been modified through in vitro recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) techniques; and
(B) for which the modification could not otherwise be obtained through conventional breeding or found in nature.
(2) The term “food” means a food (as defined in section 321 of title 21) that is intended for human consumption.
(3) The term “Secretary” means the Secretary of Agriculture.
Implementing Regulations
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§ 66.202 Standards for consideration.7 C.F.R. § 66.202