In Ukraine, European hygienic requirements for the production and circulation of mineral and spring waters will work

Published May 21, 2021

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The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine has approved an order regulating the hygienic requirements for the production and circulation of natural mineral and spring waters. The order covers various aspects including the equipment, technological processes, and treatment of these waters. It also sets standards for labeling and claims made about the waters. The order aligns with the European Parliament's Directive 2009/54 / EC and is expected to expand the market for Ukrainian mineral and spring waters, attract investment, and ensure consumer rights. The order will come into effect three months after its official publication.

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On May 19, the Ministry of Justice registered the order of the Ministry of Economy 41741 of April 12 "On approval of the Hygienic requirements for the production and circulation of natural mineral waters and spring waters." The order determines the hygienic requirements for: production and circulation of natural mineral water and spring water; equipment and technological equipment used during the above processes; natural mineral and spring water treatment. The order will also regulate the issue of labeling and application of certain types of claims to natural mineral and spring water (such as: "stimulates digestion", "suitable for cooking for babies", etc.). Deputy Minister Serhiy Glushchenko said that the order is based on and meets the requirements of Directive 2009/54 / EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2009 on the use and placing on the market of natural mineral waters. "The introduction of European hygienic requirements will help expand the market ...

Source: AgroReview