Genetically modified crops cover over 10% of global agricultural land. More than one hundred different genetically modified plants are grown on over 160 million hectares in more than 29 countries. The main producing countries are the USA, Brazil, Argentina, Canada and India. Soybeans are the most highly cultivated genetically modified plant, followed by corn, cotton and canola. According to EU Regulation 1829/2003 and 1830/2003, GMO content of more than 0.9% in foods and ingredients must be labeled. Other countries and regions have similar rules with similar limits. For reliable analysis of GMOs in food and animal feed, BIOTECON Diagnostics offers a broad range of solutions.
GMO Detection Kits
foodproof® GMO Screening Kits
The foodproof GMO Screening Kit detects and differentiates the 35S promoter (cauliflower mosaic virus) and the NOS terminator (Agrobacterium tumefaciens) in a single test. This multiplex real-time PCR kit can be used to detect genetically modified plants in food and animal feed. Additionally as a control, the kit allows the detection of plant DNA in the sample.
The foodproof GMO Screening Kit detects and differentiates the 35S promoter (cauliflower mosaic virus), the NOS terminator (Agrobacterium tumefaciens), the bar gene (Streptomyces hygroscopicus) and the FMV promoter (figwort mosaic virus). This multiplex real-time PCR kit can be used to detect genetically modified plants in food and animal feed. Additionally as a control, the kit allows the detection of plant DNA in the sample.]
The foodproof GMO Screening 1 LyoKit detects and differentiates the 35S-promoter (P-35S) of the cauliflower mosaic virus (CaMV), the 3′-untranslated terminator region of the nopaline synthase gene (T-NOS) of Agrobacterium tumefaciens and the figwort mosaic virus promoter (P-FMV). This multiplex real-time PCR LyoKit was developed for the detection of genetically modified plants in food and animal feed. The assays comply with ISO 21569 and the German Food Law § 64 LFGB for the detection of genetically modified DNA sequences. An internal amplification control is also included and detected in a separate channel.
The foodproof GMO Screening 2 LyoKit detects and differentiates the genetic elements bar, P-35S-pat, CTP2-CP4-EPSPS and P-NOS-nptII / P-35S-nptII. This multiplex real-time PCR LyoKit was developed for the detection of genetically modified plants in food and animal feed. The foodproof GMO Screening 2 LyoKit is an expansion of the foodproof GMO Screening 1 LyoKit. More events are detected and the additional information it provides further aids identification analysis. The assays comply with ISO 21569 and the German Food Law § 64 LFGB for the detection of genetically modified DNA sequences.
Our new user-friendly foodproof Plant Taxon Screening LyoKit has arrived at just the right time: It simplifies your GMO analysis by filtering out the most common GMO-containing plants, soya, maize and rapeseed. Knowing which plant taxon is present drastically speeds up the subsequent identification/quantification of the specific GMO event in your sample. Moreover, it removes any risk of confusion associated with botanical impurities.
The foodproof Plant Detection LyoKit is intended for the rapid detection of plant DNA from raw material, processed food, feed and seed samples. In combination with the foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits, the assay is important as a process control to eliminate risk of false-negative results because of degraded DNA. The assay complies with ISO 21569 and the German Food Law § 64 LFGB for the detection of genetically modified DNA sequences.
The foodproof CaMV Detection Kit detects the 35S promoter from cauliflower mosaic virus (CaMV). While other genetic elements used for GMO screening, such as NOS or bar, are rare in food samples, the cauliflower mosaic virus is often referred to as a natural infectant in Brassicaceae, e.g. canola, cauliflower and mustard. Thus, a false-positive signal for P-35S can be produced at a GMO screening.
foodproof® GMO Maize Detection Kits
The foodproof GMO Maize Identification 1 LyoKit allows qualitative identification of genetically modified maize DAS-40278-9, LY038 and VCO-01981-5 by real-time PCR. The multiplex PCR is carried out simultaneously in a single reaction, and events are identified in different detection channels.
Every GMO screening approach, no matter how well-thought-out, leaves a small gap. GM plants, which do not contain one of the targeted sequences, remain undetected. For instance, events like DAS-40278-9, LY038 or VCO-01981-5 do not share commonly used “toolbox” elements. To close this gap, it is recommended to use the foodproof GMO Maize Identification 1 LyoKit in parallel to our foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits to achieve comprehensive detection and secure analysis of food and feed samples.
Every GMO screening approach, no matter how well-thought-out, leaves a small gap. GM plants, which do not contain one of the targeted sequences, remain undetected. For instance, events like DAS-40278-9, LY038 or VCO-01981-5 do not share commonly used “toolbox” elements. To close this gap, it is recommended to use the foodproof GMO Maize Identification 1 LyoKit in parallel to our foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits to achieve comprehensive detection and secure analysis of food and feed samples.
The foodproof GMO 35S Maize Quantification Kit allows the determination of the proportion of genetically modified maize relative to the total content of corn in a sample. For this purpose, the 35S promoter of the cauliflower mosaic virus (CaMV) is used because it occurs in all major corn events, e.g. in Bt11, Bt176, MON810 and MON863.
The foodproof GMO Bt176 Maize Quantification Kit enables determination of the percentage of Bt176 maize relative to total corn content in a sample. Bt176 (SYN-EV176-9) was launched in 1996 by Syngenta (France) and cultivated in Europe, especially Spain. Their European permit expired in 2007.
The foodproof SL GMO GA21 Maize Detection Kit allows qualitative detection of GA21 corn by real-time PCR. The use of GA21 maize as food and feed is approved in the EU since 2008. However, cultivation is still not approved in the EU, and the label “not for cultivation” is required on feed and other products.
The foodproof SL GMO MON810 Maize Detection Kit enables qualitative detection of genetically modified maize MON810 by real-time PCR. The cultivation of maize MON810 and its use in food and feed are allowed in the EU since 1998. However, some EU countries have imposed a national ban since 2008, such as France and Germany.
The foodproof SL GMO T25 Maize Detection Kit allows qualitative detection of T25 maize (LibertyLinkTM) by real-time PCR. T25 maize has been approved since 1998 in the EU, both for cultivation as well as for use in food and feed. The approval for the cultivation of T25 maize in the EU expired in 2007, but the approval of 1998 remains valid until a new decision is made.
The foodproof SL GMO MIR162 Maize Detection Kit enables qualitative detection of genetically modified maize MIR162 by real-time PCR. Since 2012, MIR162 has been approved for use in the EU in food and feed. In countries such as the USA, Canada and Brazil the cultivation of MIR162 maize has been authorized, while in China import and cultivation have so far prohibited.
The foodproof SL GMO MIR604 Maize Detection Kit allows qualitative detection of MIR604 corn by real-time PCR. Since its approval by the EU Commission in 2009, genetically modified maize MIR604 has been imported and processed for food and feed.
The foodproof SL GMO MON88017 Maize Detection Kit enables qualitative detection of genetically modified maize MON88017 by real-time PCR. Since 2009, the importation and use of MON88017 for food and feed in the EU has been allowed. The crop is currently grown commercially mainly in Canada and the United States.
The foodproof SL GMO MON89034 Maize Detection Kit allows qualitative detection of MON89034 corn by real-time PCR. This GM maize from Monsanto was first allowed in the USA and Japan in 2007, and has been commercially grown there since 2008. In 2009, MON89034 maize was approved for food and feed by the EU Commission; however, cultivation in the EU is still not permitted.
The foodproof SL GMO NK603 Maize Detection Kit enables qualitative detection of genetically modified maize NK603 using real-time PCR. The European Commission has approved NK603 maize for feed in 2004 and for food in 2005. NK603 maize is grown over large areas in the United States since 2000.
The foodproof SL GMO TC1507 Maize Detection Kit allows qualitative detection of TC1507 corn by real-time PCR. The genetically modified maize, Roundup Ready 2 Maize from Pioneer, has been approved since 2006 in the EU for food and feed. However, the cultivation of maize TC1507 is banned in the EU.
The foodproof SL GMO DAS 59122-7 Maize Detection Kit enables qualitative detection of genetically modified maize DAS 59122-7 by real-time PCR. Since 2007, DAS 59122-7 maize has been approved in the EU for food and feed. The crop is grown commercially in Canada and the United States since 2005.
The foodproof SL GMO MON863 Maize Detection Kit allows qualitative detection of MON863 maize by real-time PCR. In the EU, the GM maize from Monsanto was approved for animal feed in 2006 and for food in 2005. However, cultivation remains banned in the EU.
The foodproof SL GMO Maize Multiplex Detection Kit ( GA21 , MIR604 ) allows qualitative detection of genetically modified maize MIR604 and GA21 by real-time PCR. The multiplex PCR is carried out simultaneously in a single reaction using sequence-specific probes. The individual events are identified in different detection channels. The simultaneous detection of several GMO events in a sample is a fast and cost-effective solution for GMO detection in food and feed.
The foodproof SL GMO Maize Multiplex Detection Kit (MON89034, CBH351, Bt176) allows qualitative detection of genetically modified maize MON89034, CBH351 and Bt176 by real-time PCR. The multiplex PCR is carried out simultaneously in a single reaction using sequence-specific probes. The individual events are identified in different detection channels. The simultaneous detection of several GMO events in a sample is a fast and cost-effective solution for GMO detection in food and feed.
The foodproof SL GMO Maize Multiplex Detection Kit (MON88017, NK603, MIR162) allows qualitative detection of genetically modified maize MON88017, NK603 and MIR162 by real-time PCR. The multiplex PCR is carried out simultaneously in a single reaction using sequence-specific probes. The individual events are identified in different detection channels. The simultaneous detection of several GMO events in a sample is a fast and cost-effective solution for GMO detection in food and feed.
The foodproof SL GMO Maize Multiplex Detection Kit (Bt11, TC1507) allows qualitative detection of genetically modified maize BT11 and TC1507 by real-time PCR. The multiplex PCR is carried out simultaneously in a single reaction using sequence-specific probes. The individual events are identified in different detection channels. The simultaneous detection of several GMO events in a sample is a fast and cost-effective solution for GMO detection in food and feed.
The foodproof SL GMO Maize Multiplex Detection Kit (T25, MON810, MON863) allows qualitative detection of genetically modified maize T25, MON810 und MON863 by real-time PCR. The multiplex PCR is carried out simultaneously in a single reaction using sequence-specific probes. The individual events are identified in different detection channels. The simultaneous detection of several GMO events in a sample is a fast and cost-effective solution for GMO detection in food and feed.
foodproof® GMO Soya Kits
The foodproof GMO Soya Identification 1 LyoKit allows qualitative identification of genetically modified soya DAS-44406-6, MON87701, MON87708 and MON87769 by real-time PCR. The multiplex PCR is carried out simultaneously in a single reaction, and events are identified in different detection channels.
Every GMO screening approach, no matter how well-thought-out, leaves a small gap. GM plants, which do not contain one of the targeted sequences, remain undetected. For instance, events like DAS-44406-6, MON87701, MON87708 or MON87769 do not share commonly used “toolbox” elements. To close this gap, it is recommended to use the foodproof GMO Soya Identification 1 LyoKit and foodproof GMO Soya Identification 2 LyoKit in parallel to our foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits to achieve comprehensive detection and secure analysis of food and feed samples.
Every GMO screening approach, no matter how well-thought-out, leaves a small gap. GM plants, which do not contain one of the targeted sequences, remain undetected. For instance, events like DAS-44406-6, MON87701, MON87708 or MON87769 do not share commonly used “toolbox” elements. To close this gap, it is recommended to use the foodproof GMO Soya Identification 1 LyoKit and foodproof GMO Soya Identification 2 LyoKit in parallel to our foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits to achieve comprehensive detection and secure analysis of food and feed samples.
The foodproof GMO Soya Identification 2 LyoKit allows qualitative identification of genetically modified soya BPS-CV127-9, DP-305423-1, DAS-68416-4, and DAS-81419-2 by real-time PCR. The multiplex PCR is carried out simultaneously in a single reaction, and events are identified in different detection channels.
Every GMO screening approach, no matter how well-thought-out, leaves a small gap. GM plants, which do not contain one of the targeted sequences, remain undetected. For instance, events like BPS-CV127-9, DP-305423-1, DAS-68416-4, and DAS-81419-2 do not share commonly used “toolbox” elements. To close this gap, it is recommended to use the foodproof GMO Soya Identification 1 LyoKit and foodproof GMO Soya Identification 2 LyoKit in parallel to our foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits to achieve comprehensive detection and secure analysis of food and feed samples.
Every GMO screening approach, no matter how well-thought-out, leaves a small gap. GM plants, which do not contain one of the targeted sequences, remain undetected. For instance, events like BPS-CV127-9, DP-305423-1, DAS-68416-4, and DAS-81419-2 do not share commonly used “toolbox” elements. To close this gap, it is recommended to use the foodproof GMO Soya Identification 1 LyoKit and foodproof GMO Soya Identification 2 LyoKit in parallel to our foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits to achieve comprehensive detection and secure analysis of food and feed samples.
The foodproof GMO Soya Identification 3 LyoKit allows qualitative identification of genetically modified soya FG72, A5547-127, DP-356043 and MON87705 by real-time PCR. The multiplex PCR is carried out simultaneously in a single reaction, and events are identified in different detection channels.
The events FG72 (Balance), A5547-127 (Liberty Link), DP-356043 (GAT, Optimum) and MON87705 (Vistive Gold) are detected by the foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits. Parallel to our foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits, it is recommended to use the foodproof GMO Soya Identification 1 LyoKit and foodproof GMO Soya Identification 2 LyoKit to achieve comprehensive detection and secure analysis of food and feed samples.
The events FG72 (Balance), A5547-127 (Liberty Link), DP-356043 (GAT, Optimum) and MON87705 (Vistive Gold) are detected by the foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits. Parallel to our foodproof GMO Screening LyoKits, it is recommended to use the foodproof GMO Soya Identification 1 LyoKit and foodproof GMO Soya Identification 2 LyoKit to achieve comprehensive detection and secure analysis of food and feed samples.
The foodproof GMO RR Soya Quantification Kit enables determination of the percentage of Roundup Ready soybean (GTS 40-3-2) relative to total soy content in a sample. In 1996, Roundup Ready Soya was approved as the first genetically modified crop in the EU.
The foodproof GMO RR 2 Yield Soya Quantification Kit enables determination of the percentage of Roundup Ready 2 Yield soybean (MON89788) relative to total soy content in a sample. Roundup Ready 2 Yield is the successor product of Roundup Ready Soya (GTS 40-3-2). This GMO was approved for use in the EU in 2008.
The foodproof SL GMO Soya A2704-12 Detection Kit enables qualitative detection of genetically modified soya A2704-12 by real-time PCR. The EU Commission approved import and processing of soybean A2704-12 for food and feed in 2008.
The foodproof SL GMO GTS 40-3-2 Detection Kit enables qualitative detection of Roundup Ready soybean GTS 40-3-2 by real-time PCR. In the EU, the import and use of genetically of this modified soybean from Monsanto was first approved in 1996.
