FDA Certification to Import Mineral Water into the United States

Mineral water intended for the American market must follow the same FDA regulatory certification process that applies to all food products: Compliance of the main label and the nutritional facts panel.
 

The FDA Definition of Mineral Water

Mineral water is defined as water that naturally contains at least 250 parts per million (ppm) of total dissolved solids. Adding minerals to such defined mineral water is not allowed.
 

The FDA Definition of Bottled Water

Bottled water is defined as water intended for human consumption, packaged in bottles or other sealed containers, without the addition of ingredients, except it may optionally contain safe and suitable antimicrobial agents. Additionally, the optional addition of fluoride is permitted, within the limits established by FDA regulations.
 

Quality Standards for Bottled Water to Import into the USA

The quality standards for bottled water set by the FDA, including water used as an ingredient in other beverages, primarily concern two parameters:

• Microbiological quality;
• Physical quality.

There are specific regulations in place to support small businesses that wish to import mineral water into the United States.