DEPARTMENT: Department of Health
ASSOCIATED ACT: Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972
REGULATION NAME: Regulations relating to all bottled waters
NO AND DATE: R718 of 28 July 2006 | R455 of 26 May 2010
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This South African Regulation relates to all bottled water.
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FRUIT JUICE AND DRINK – Regulations Relating to the Classification, Packing and Marking of Fruit Juice and Drink Intended for Sale in the Republic of South Africa
Read more: FRUIT JUICE AND DRINK – Regulations Relating to the Classification, Packing and Marking of Fruit Juice and Drink Intended for Sale in the Republic of South AfricaKey facts
- Bottled water in South Africa is regulated under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972.
- The core rules are the Regulations Relating to All Bottled Waters, published as R718 of 28 July 2006.
- R718 of 2006 was amended by R455 of 26 May 2010.
- These regulations fall under the jurisdiction of the Department of Health.
- The page provides the official government regulation documents for all bottled waters as downloadable PDFs.
Frequently asked questions
Which law governs bottled water in South Africa?
Bottled water in South Africa is governed by the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972. The specific rules are set out in the Regulations Relating to All Bottled Waters. These fall under the jurisdiction of the Department of Health.
What is R718 of 2006 for bottled water?
R718 of 28 July 2006 is the government notice that published the Regulations Relating to All Bottled Waters under Act 54 of 1972. It is the primary regulatory instrument covering all bottled waters in South Africa. This regulation was later amended.
Has the bottled water regulation been amended?
Yes. The Regulations Relating to All Bottled Waters (R718 of 2006) were amended by R455 of 26 May 2010. Both the original regulation and its amendment apply to all bottled waters.
Which government department regulates bottled water in South Africa?
The Department of Health regulates bottled water in South Africa. It administers the Regulations Relating to All Bottled Waters under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972.
Where can I find the official bottled water regulations?
The official regulations are available as downloadable government PDF documents, covering R718 of 2006 and the R455 of 2010 amendment. They set out the Regulations Relating to All Bottled Waters under Act 54 of 1972.