The genetically modified cotton strain MON531 is a cotton strain that has been genetically engineered to resist bollworm, tobacco budworm and pink scab by producing its own pesticide. This strain was developed by transforming a gene isolated from the common soil bacterium bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) into a cotton gene.
The stability of the added DNA has been verified over several generations. Bioinformatic analyses and levels of recombinant proteins have not raised any safety concerns. Analysis of compositional, phenotypic, and agronomic characteristics has shown that the MON531 cotton variety is not different from its conventional counterpart and is within the range observed among conventional cotton varieties in terms of composition. With the transferred proteins, the MON531 cotton variety has not raised any concerns regarding safety assessment, potential toxicity, or allergenicity.
The genetically modified cotton strain MON531 does not contain live plant parts. Gene transfer from MON531 cotton strains to bacteria has not been shown to pose a risk to human or animal health and the environment, depending on its intended use. Exposure of potentially sensitive non-target organisms to this protein is likely very low and of no biological relevance.
In the test, analysis, measurement and evaluation studies carried out in our organization, national and international standards and applicable legal regulations are complied with and reliable and impartial results are obtained. These studies are based on the latest technological equipment, trained and experienced staff and modern methods. Among the numerous tests carried out in this context, MON531 cotton type determination and quantity analysis services are also available.
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