All food (and water is considered a food) is subject to some sort of FDA regulations. Unlike medications that have to be approved before they are sold, bottled water simply has to follow a list of rules that are set forth by the FDA. They have to follow rules as to how the water is filtered and what kind of bottles can be used to bottle the water.
If being sold as a food, no FDA approval needed. But it will be subject to FDA rules and regulations.
Federal standards for city-supplied drinking water are governed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which sets limits on various contaminants. Commercial bottled water, regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), must meet the same quality and safety standards as tap water but is subject to different testing and monitoring requirements. Additionally, bottled water may be subject to labeling regulations that differ from those for tap water.
Tap water and bottled water both come from a water source, but they are not exactly the same. Tap water is regulated by the government and usually contains added fluoride for dental health. Bottled water is regulated by the FDA and tends to be filtered or from a natural source, but it can vary in quality.
Bottled water isn't itself 'bad' but the plastic on the bottle does dissolve eventually, so you can drink bottled water when it's relatively fresh, but after a long time (such as a year, six months, etc.) I wouldn't recommend it. Bottled water is not regularly checked by the FDA. Filtered tap water is more reliable and a whole lot cheaper.
Bottled water varies from distilled water, which is steamed then condensed into pure H2O with no minerals, to filtered water with some minerals, to mineral water from natural springs. Bottled water can be carbonated or not. In the United States the FDA has established "Standards of Identity" for bottled water. For a product to be sold as "bottled water", it cannot be sweetened or have chemical additives, and must have no calories and be sugar free. If flavors, extracts or essences from spice or fruit are added to the water, these additions must be less than 1% by weight of the final product.
Bottled water varies from distilled water, which is steamed then condensed into pure H2O with no minerals, to filtered water with some minerals, to mineral water from natural springs. Bottled water can be carbonated or not. In the United States the FDA has established "Standards of Identity" for bottled water. For a product to be sold as "bottled water", it cannot be sweetened or have chemical additives, and must have no calories and be sugar free. If flavors, extracts or essences from spice or fruit are added to the water, these additions must be less than 1% by weight of the final product.
Yes, the contents in each can are in compliance with FDA regulations regarding labeling, ingredients, and manufacturing practices.
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Bottled water is convenient, portable and often tastes better than tap water. Switching to a generic version saves you money. Although the water supply for nationally marketed products is a closely-held secret, it often comes from the same source as generic versions. The FDA sets the standards for all bottled water. You don�t have to be concerned about the quality or safety of generic brands. Enjoy the convenience and cost savings of generic bottled water.
"An FDA consultant is basically an extension of the FDA, helping companies meet the regulations set forth by the FDA." An FDA consultant is just someone that makes sure your company is adhering to Food and Drug Admin. Standards.
It gives regulations and rules about legal drugs.
SF tap water is actually rated one of the best in the country. http://articles.sfgate.com/2008-03-11/bay-area/17165673_1_drinking-water-test-results-water-quality In general, tap water is the better alternative. Tap water is regulated by the EPA, while bottled water is regulated by the FDA. The EPA has stricter standards for pollutants and more regulatory muscle, thanks to $10.02 billion FY 2010 budget versus the FDA's $3.2 billion. Bottled water also presents the possibility of leaching plastic, especially if the bottle gets hot.