Agriculture Department Docket APHIS-2025-0005 Notice

2025-16947: Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Limited: Determination of Nonregulated Status of ISK-311NR-4 Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid) Genetically Engineered To Produce a Blue-Purple Flower Color

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Summary

We are advising the public of our determination that ISK- 311NR-4 phalaenopsis (moth orchid), which was developed using genetic engineering to produce a blue-purple flower color, is no longer considered regulated. Our determination is based on our evaluation of information and data Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Limited submitted in its petition for a determination of nonregulated status, available scientific data, the plant pest risk assessment, and public comments received in response to a previous notice announcing the availability of the petition for nonregulated status and a draft plant pest risk assessment. This notice announces the availability of our written determination and supporting documents.

The agency’s own summary, as published.

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