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The differences between the 3 types of bottled water, and what bottled water is exempt from the rules.
How to register as a producer, and the rules you must follow to produce and market bottled drinking water.
Rules for local authorities to follow when registering a premises to produce bottled drinking water, or carrying out ongoing checks.
This external quality assessment (EQA) scheme is suitable for laboratories that routinely monitor bottled and mineral water for indicator organisms.
Find out about applying for the Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme, how to submit brand information, fees and making sure your production process is compliant.
Legal standards for labelling and composition of food products such as bottled water, milk and meat.
This external quality assessment (EQA) scheme is suitable for laboratories that routinely monitor bottled and mineral waters for indicator organisms.
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