Regulations relating to all bottled waters (R. 718 of 2006). Country/Territory South Africa Document type Regulation Date 2006 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Food & nutrition Keyword Food quality control/food safety Potable water Mineral water Packaging/labelling Standards Geographical area Africa, South Atlantic, Southern Africa Entry into force notes These Regulations come into operation 12 months from the date of publication. Abstract These Regulations set out standards and rules for bottled water, i.e. water packed and placed on the market for human consumption. Standards and rules concern the taking of water, treatment, transport and labelling. The Regulations distinguish between and provide separate rules for three types of water: natural water, i.e. natural borehole water, spring water and natural mineral water; water defined by origin, i.e. bottled water originating from an underground or surface water system, which flows naturally from its sources such as artesian water; and prepared water, for example distilled tap water or tap water with minerals added. The Annex to the Regulations contains general requirements applying to all waters. Full text English Website www.polity.org.za References - Legislation Implements Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act. Legislation | South Africa | 1972 (2007) Keyword: Basic legislation, Food quality control/food safety, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, International trade, Packaging/labelling, Inspection, Fraud, Offences/penalties Source: FAO, FAOLEX Amended by Regulations relating to all bottled waters: Amendment (R. No. 455 of 2010). Legislation | South Africa | 2010 Keyword: Food quality control/food safety, Potable water, Mineral water, Packaging/labelling, Standards Source: FAO, FAOLEX