Import of genetically modified maize line LY038xMON810

This notification concerns the import and processing of the genetically modified maize line LY038xMON810 for use in food and feed. Cultivation is not part of the application. The maize line harbors the gene cordapA conferring a higher lysine content. Also, the cry1Ab gene is present, conferring resistance to the larvae of certain butterflies and moths (Lepidoptera). In 2006, in the Philippines, an application was granted for use in food en feed.
  Recently, COGEM issued an advice on the parental maize line LY038. COGEM stated that there was a lack of information regarding the molecular analysis. In particular incomplete data were presented on the analysis of the flanking sequences. COGEM was of the opinion that the environmental risks of the import of LY038 probably are negligible. However, due to the lacking data concerning the molecular characterisation, this opinion could not be sufficiently substantiated. Therefore, in COGEMs view, the applicant has to provide the missing data before a final judgement can be issued.