Analytical testing service: Genetically modified organisms (GMO) - Roundup Ready® - single sample

Description of service

The presence of Roundup Ready® gene in soybeans is determined using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) technology. Test results are reported as positive/negative at 0.3% threshold level of detection.

It takes 7 days to complete this test.

Fees

Fees shown are before tax. The applicable taxes (Goods and Services Tax and provincial sales tax in Quebec) will be collected on these fees.

Fees are updated on April 1.

See current and past fees for Genetically modified organisms (GMO) - Roundup Ready® - single sample test fee code 435.

Service standard

• Documents detailing the results of inspection support services are issued within 2 business days after completion of all required analytical testing or inspection results.

Performance target

• The target for achieving this standard is set at 90%.

Performance information

Applying for Genetically modified organisms (GMO) - Roundup Ready® - single sample analysis

Service can be requested through either a submitted sample request form:

• I-106 - Producer and industry request for inspection services - Western Canada
• I-107 - Producer and industry request for inspection services - Eastern Canada
• I-129 - Accredited Container Sampler Program (ACSP) sample submission form
• I-130 - Certified Container Sampling Program (CCSP) sample submission form

Or, through the request for inspection services applicable to service:

• Official inspection – ships
• Official inspection – railcars, trucks or containers