France launches genetically modified test film

France introduced new packaging films processed using ordinary polyvinyl chloride (PVC) materials to identify the use of genetically modified raw materials for packaged foods. Using this specially treated PVC film, it can be determined whether the contents of the package, such as soybean oil, are made from genetically modified soybean material, even if only 5% to 10% of the soybean product is confirmed. It is mainly used to package non-genetically modified soybeans cultivated in southern Europe as a follow-up inspection and to ensure that no genetically modified soybean material can be incorporated during the circulation process.