Abstract
Bio-based products are being developed to capitalize on the use of renewable biomass feedstocks to replace reliance on fossil fuels. In spite of their expected ecological benefits, bio-based fuels and chemicals and their methods of manufacture will nevertheless be subject to regulation in most countries around the world. Bio-based chemicals will be subject to laws and regulations requiring governmental review of new chemicals, while biologically produced fuels may require certification for commercial or military use. Companies may face certain regulatory obligations to qualify for governmental programs to promote the use of renewable or sustainably produced products for the benefits of such programs. In addition, the use of genetically modified microorganisms or plants might subject bio-based processes to additional levels of government regulation under national biotechnology laws or regulatory programs. This chapter explains these regulatory programs and their requirements.
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