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Who regulates the bottled and tap water?

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Who regulates the bottled and tap water?

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EPA (Environment Protection Agency) sets standards for tap water provided by public water systems whereas FDA (Food and Drug Administration) sets standards for bottled water based on EPA’s tap water standards. However, FDA has little authority to regulate bottled brands and give the beverage brand makers the ability to choose what details they would like to give to their consumers. Bottled water companies are not required to have their water tested by a certified laboratory or to notify customers within 24 hours if they find elevated levels of contaminants unlike tap water suppliers. How do I know if my tap water is safe to drink? Over 90% of water systems meet EPA’s standards for tap water quality. Generally the taste and quality of drinking water varies from place to place because of difference in sources of water and difference in water treatment methods. You can get the specific information about your drinking water in annual water quality report (sometimes called a consumer confid

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