Important Update: New Standards for Packaged Drinking Water

Important Update: New Standards for Packaged Drinking Water

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has recently released two updated standards for packaged drinking water:

IS 14543:2024 - Packaged Drinking Water (Other Than Packaged Natural Mineral Water) - Specification

IS 13428:2024 - Packaged Natural Mineral Water - Specification

IS 14543:2024 applies to all bottled or packaged drinking water except for natural mineral water. This standard outlines the specific requirements for these products.

IS 13428:2024 focuses specifically on natural mineral water. This standard ensures that bottled natural mineral water maintains its original mineral composition and purity throughout the bottling process. It also specifies:

The source requirements for natural mineral water.

Labeling requirements for accurate consumer information.

Stay Informed, Stay Hydrated!

For more details on these specific standards, you can refer to the BIS website.