Biosafety Clearing-House

The Biosafety Clearing-House (BCH) is an online platform established under the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety, designed to promote transparent communication about living modified organisms (LMOs) or genetically engineered organisms. It serves as a comprehensive database where countries share information on transboundary movements, safety assessments, and regulatory decisions regarding GMOs. This helps ensure that nations are informed about biotech developments and can make safe, environmentally sound decisions. The BCH fosters international cooperation, enhances biosafety, and supports the responsible use of biotechnology by providing accessible, up-to-date information worldwide.