The provisions of I of article R. 1321-49 are applicable to the operator of a natural mineral water. In addition, the operator must use materials in contact with the natural mineral water that are compatible with its composition so as to prevent any chemical, physico-chemical, microbiological or organoleptic alteration of the quality of the water as it emerges.
The treatments or additions to which natural mineral waters may be subjected are those appearing on a list determined by order of the Minister responsible for health and, in the case of packaged water, by order of the Ministers responsible for consumption and health, under the conditions set by 4° of II of article L. 1322-2. The order lays down the technical conditions for the use of treatments or additions…
The products used for cleaning and disinfecting the facilities are composed of constituents that meet the conditions set out in article R. 1321-54. Specific conditions for the use of products and processes used in a spa establishment are laid down, where necessary, by order of the Minister for Health. Their use must not present a danger to human health or lead to a change in the composition of the water….
The natural mineral water distribution network is specific and identified in relation to other water distribution networks. This article applies without prejudice to the provisions of article R. 1322-37-1 for packaging.
Natural mineral water is a foodstuff within the meaning of Regulation (EC) No 852/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 29 April 2004 on the hygiene of foodstuffs.
The materials used for packaging natural mineral water, within the meaning of Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 October 2004 on materials and articles intended to come into contact with foodstuffs, are treated or manufactured and used in such a way as to avoid altering the chemical, microbiological and organoleptic characteristics of the water.
The transport of natural mineral water in any containers other than those intended for the final consumer is prohibited.
A natural mineral water and a spring water may be packaged on the same packaging line, provided that the operator is able to provide, at any time, proof of the nature of the packaged water with regard to the sales name appearing on the labelling. The operator guarantees the traceability of the packaged water on the packaging line.
The reuse of recycled natural mineral water in a spa establishment for therapeutic purposes is prohibited, except in communal baths.
Monitoring is the responsibility of the operator and includes any operation to check compliance with the legislative and regulatory provisions relating to the water in question.
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