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bull; Who regulates bottled water in Washington?

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Bottled water is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration and the Washington State Department of Agriculture. Bottlers are subject to Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 129 -- Processing and Bottling of Bottled Drinking Water; CFR 165.110 -- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) part 110; plus Washington state laws on food processing in general. Bottlers conduct bacteriological, chemical, physical and radiological testing and the water must come from an approved source.
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Who regulates the bottled water industry?

Clear Mountain Water: Healthy Living: FAQs
The bottled water industry is regulated by the FDA, EPA, National Sanitation Foundation, International Bottled Water Association, local State Health Departments and many other governmental agencies.
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Who regulates bottled water?

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The bottled water industry is heavily regulated by both federal and state agencies. Bottled water companies also conform to standards set by industry associations. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates bottled water as a food product. State governments work with the FDA to assure quality standards are followed. At Mountain Valley, we open our plant to inspections by a third-party company.
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bull; Where can I find out about organic products in Washington?

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Go to the Web site for our Organic Food Program. You’ll find lists of organic producers (growers), handlers and processors and learn more about this program.
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What about bottled water?

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Bottled water is not necessarily safer than your tap water. EPA sets standards for tap water provided by public water systems; the Food and Drug Administration sets bottled water standards based on EPA's tap water standards. Bottled water and tap water are both safe to drink if they meet these standards, although people with severely compromised immune systems and children may have special needs. Some bottled water is treated more than tap water, while some is treated less or not treated at all.
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Bottled water is not necessarily safer or treated better than your tap water. Bottled water is safe to drink if it meets governmental standards, although people with severely compromised immune systems and children may have special needs. Bottled water generally costs much more than tap water. It is valuable in emergency situations, and high quality bottled water may be a desirable option for people with weakened immune systems.
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ICBWA: FAQ
Bottled waters are classified as a food product, and are prepackaged/bottled and suitable for human consumption.
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bull; What is required to bring my horse to Washington?

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Domestic equine includes horses, donkeys, mules, and ponies and must have an official health certificate or Certificate of Veterinary Inspection within 30 days of shipment. A negative Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) test (Coggins test) is required within six months prior to entry. Equines originating from Oregon are exempt from the EIA test.
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bull; What is required to bring my birds into Washington?

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ldquo;Pet Birds” or “Birds” means species of aves (psittacines) other than poultry, which are generally kept for pleasure. “Poultry” includes chickens, ducks, turkey, pigeons, guinea fowl, geese, pea fowl, and pheasants.
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bull; Where can I find information about state fairs in Washington?

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Visit the Washington State Department of Agriculture Web site at http://agr.wa.gov/Marketing/AgFairs/default.htm For more information about state fairs go to the Washington State Fairs Association at http://www.wastatefairs.com The product database at http://agr.wa.gov/PestFert/Fertilizers/ProductDatabase.htm has this information. The fertilizer products in the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) database are registered for distribution in Washington.
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Should I buy bottled water?

Portland Water District - Frequently Asked Questions
The Portland Water District water is of excellent quality. However, if you are immunocompromised, such as people with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, people undergoing organ transplants, people with AIDS/HIV or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants, you should consult with your doctor. All drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain small amounts of other substances.
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What's the problem with bottled water?

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Self-Sanitizing Water Coolers: Pure Ozone Sanitizing - this is controlled by a micro-processor and is performed automatically. part of our installation, we always connect all coffee and ice machines to our filtration systems at no additional charge. Using filtered water dramatically improves the taste of the coffee and ice. Pure Water Technoloyg installers and service technicians are trained to install coolers virtually anywhere in your building.
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Is bottled water safe?

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Yes, however, bottled water is not necessarily safer than your tap water. The standards EPA sets for the drinking water we provide are much stricter than the standards set by the Food and Drug Administration for bottled water. Consumers who choose to purchase bottled water should carefully read its label to understand what they are buying, whether it is a better taste, or a certain method of treatment.
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Why is bottled water so popular?

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Consumers reportedly choose bottled water for its taste and purity. (That being the case, then we expect everyone to be drinking Penta water once they find out it’s the world’s cleanest, best-tasting bottled water.) Bottled water is now the second most consumed beverage in the United States because it ensures consistent safety, quality and good taste from the water source to finished product. It also offers convenience due to its portability.
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Is bottled water regulated?

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Yes. The bottled water industry is regulated on three levels: federal, state, and trade association. In addition, products imported from the European Union must meet all U.S. regulations, and standards established by the European Union. FDA regulations, coupled with state and industry standards, offer consumers assurance that the bottled water they purchase is stringently regulated, tested, and of the highest quality.
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How can I find out where my bottled water comes from?

NRDC: Bottled Water FAQ
A few state bottled water programs (e.g., Massachusetts and New York) maintain lists of the sources of bottled water, but many do not. Try calling or writing the bottler to ask what the source is, or call the bottled water program in your state or the state in which the water was bottled to see if they have a record of the source (your state's health or agriculture department is most likely to run the bottled water program).
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How Pure Is Bottled Water?

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Pure drinking water is the basic element in any health oriented way of life. Although there is a great deal of water in the world less than 3% of the world's "fresh" water is fit for human consumption and most of the so called drinkable water is not pure. For the... In a competitive world productivity is king. When employees are productive in their jobs, everyone benefits from the individual employee, the firm, the consumer and the economy as a whole.
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ICBWA: FAQ
Bottled water is regulated on at least three levels: Codex Alimentarius, national, and trade association. National regulations, coupled with industry standards offer consumers assurance that bottled water is stringently regulated, tested, safe and of the highest quality. Codex Alimentarius: the food standards body of the World Health Organization (WHO) and Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
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Bottled water is not necessarily safer than your tap water. EPA sets standards for tap water provided by public water systems; the Food and Drug Administration sets bottled water standards based on EPA's tap water standards. Bottled water and tap water are both safe to drink if they meet these standards, although people with severely compromised immune systems and children may have special needs. Some bottled water is treated more than tap water, while some is treated less or not treated at all.
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Water is classified as "bottled water" or "drinking water" if it meets all state standards, is sealed in a sanitary container and sold for human consumption. Some bottled water includes carbonation, which can occur naturally in the water or be added by the bottler. Flavors, extracts and essences - derived from spice or fruit - can be added to bottled water, but these additions must comprise less than one percent by weight of the final product.
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Bottled water is not necessarily safer than your tap water. Two-thirds of all bottled water on the market today is purified tap water. EPA sets standards for tap water provided by public water systems; the Food and Drug Administration sets bottled water standards based on EPA’s tap water standards. Bottled water and tap water are both safe to drink if they meet these standards. Some bottled water is treated more than tap water, while some is treated less or not treated at all.
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Arbor Springs Water Company - FAQ
Water is classified as "bottled water" if it meets all applicable federal and state standards, is sealed in sanitary container and is sold for human consumption. Bottle water cannot contain sweeteners or chemical additives (other than flavors, extracts or essences) and must be calorie-free and sugar-free. Flavors, extracts and essences-derived from spice or fruit-can be added to bottled water, but these additions must comprise less than one percent by weight of the final product.
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bull; Where can I find a list of suppliers of Washington foods and agricultural commodities?

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The Washington State Department of Agriculture maintains a Web site with a database list of suppliers and commodities at http://impact.wsu.edu/WAsuppliers/
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Is there a quick fix in a bottled water?

Water Filters Water FAQ
A growing number of Americans are turning to bottled water as an alternative to tap water. You've tried bottled water - so you know the expense and inconvenience of having to purchase a new supply every week and carry it home. Furthermore, every year millions of empty bottled water jugs are dumped in our landscape and add more waste to our environment.
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How long can I store bottled water?

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not established a shelf life for bottled water. Bottled water can be used indefinitely if stored properly. For answers to questions regarding bottled water visit www.bottledwater.org/public/faqs.htm
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Where does bottled water come from?

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Two-thirds of all bottled water today is filtered tap water; the other one-third comes from other sources such as wells or springs. Almost all bottled water is then filtered at the bottling plant and sealed into bottles. Bottled water is not necessarily safer than tap water, as it then sits un-refrigerated in its bottle for indefinite amounts of time, allowing for the growth of bacteria, or leaching of the chemicals that make up the plastic bottles.
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