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The aim is to assess the safety and applicability of genetically modified soybean DAS-81419-2 for food and feed use in Great Britain.

February 8, 2026FSA research and evidence.Open Access

Assessment of an Application by Dow AgroSciences (EFSA-GMO-NL-2013-116) for Placing on the Market of Genetically Modified Insect-Resistant Soybean DAS-81419-2 for Food and Feed Uses, Import and Processing Under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003

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Assessment confirms safety of genetically modified soybean DAS-81419-2 for food and feed uses in Great Britain, implying it can be safely marketed.

The aim is to assess the safety and applicability of genetically modified soybean DAS-81419-2 for food and feed use in Great Britain.
Review of EFSA's scientific opinion on soybean DAS-81419-2
Evaluation of molecular characterisation and comparative analysis
Assessment of toxicology, allergenicity, and nutritional composition
Analysis of environmental risk and post-market monitoring
EFSA's assessment followed relevant guidance and was deemed comprehensive and robust
No safety concerns identified for human or animal health or the environment
Soybean DAS-81419-2 is as safe and nutritious as conventional soybeans
UK consumption data supports the exposure assessment for this soybean

Agency et al. (2022) studied this question.

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Assessment confirms safety of genetically modified soybean DAS-81419-2 for food and feed uses in Great Britain, implying it can be safely marketed.