IAM tests non-locally produced packaged drinking water Two in 240 samples fail due to detection of microorganisms

IAM continuously steps up random sampling of packaged drinking water available on the market in Macao.

The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) continuously steps up inspection efforts of barrelled and bottled drinking water to safeguard the food safety of consumers. A random sampling inspection was previously carried out for non-locally produced and packaged drinking water. 240 samples were taken from major wholesalers, supermarkets and convenience stores in Macao for microbiological tests, which covered 42 brands and 48 different batches of barrelled and bottled water from various countries and regions. Among the 240 samples, one barrelled water and one bottled water did not pass the microbiological tests. IAM immediately ordered the retailers and wholesalers concerned to stop the sale, and to recall and destroy the products of the batches involved. The public who have the relevant products are advised to stop drinking them.
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