IS
IS 14543:2024
Packaged drinking water
Water treated and packed for drinking, other than natural mineral water. This applies to most bottled water brands.
Packaged drinking water testing
Packaged drinking water and mineral water testing
We test packaged drinking water and natural mineral water as per IS 14543 and IS 13428, covering physical, chemical, heavy metal, pesticide and microbiological parameters for BIS certification, FSSAI compliance and routine quality control.
Packaged water testing laboratory
What is packaged drinking water testing?
Packaged drinking water testing is the laboratory analysis of bottled or packed water against IS 14543 (packaged drinking water) or IS 13428 (natural mineral water), the Indian Standards that set its physical, chemical and microbiological requirements.
Accurate Universal Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. tests packaged drinking water and natural mineral water for bottling plants, water processing units and brands. We test to the 2024 versions of IS 14543 and IS 13428.
Results support BIS certification and renewal, FSSAI compliance and routine batch quality control, so every bottle you sell is safe and within specification.
Applying for or renewing your BIS licence?
Get your packaged water tested to IS 14543 or IS 13428.
Importance of packaged water testing
Ensuring water quality, safety and compliance
Packaged water is sold as safe to drink straight from the bottle. Testing to the right Indian Standard protects consumers, keeps your licence secure and protects your brand.
Testing parameters
What we test in packaged water
IS 14543 and IS 13428 specify a long list of requirements. These are the main groups we test.
- 9parameter groups
- 2Indian Standards
- 2024versions followed
| Test | Why it is needed |
|---|---|
| pH Analysis | Basic quality requirement in the standard |
| Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) | Compliance with the standard's limits |
| Microbiological Testing | Bottled water must be free of harmful microorganisms |
| Heavy Metal Analysis | Toxic elements with strict limits |
| Mineral Composition Testing | Required for natural mineral water and its label |
| Chemical Contaminant Analysis | Compliance with chemical limits |
| Turbidity Testing | Basic quality requirement |
| Conductivity Testing | Consistency between batches |
| Pesticide Residue Analysis | Contamination from source water |
Need a full BIS test, a routine batch panel or a specific parameter? Tell us and we'll build the panel.
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Tell us the standard and whether you need a full or routine panel.
Which standard applies
Packaged water, mineral water and drinking water
Three Indian Standards cover drinking water. The right one depends on what you are selling.
IS
IS 10500:2012
Drinking water (not packaged)
Applies to water supplied for drinking, such as municipal, borewell and building water, not to bottled water.
How it works
From bottle to BIS-ready report in five steps
- Step 1
Share your requirement
Tell us the product, purpose and market. We recommend the right tests and send a quotation.
- Step 2
Send the sample or book pickup
Courier a sealed sample to our Ahmedabad or Rajkot laboratory, or book a sample pickup.
- Step 3
Laboratory analysis
Physical, chemical, heavy metal, pesticide and microbiological tests to the applicable Indian Standard.
- Step 4
Accredited report
Results for each requirement, with conformity against IS 14543 or IS 13428.
- Step 5
Technical support
Our team explains the results and advises on next steps if a value is out of limit.
Industries we serve
Supporting water processing and beverage industries
Any business that bottles or sells packaged water needs regular testing to its Indian Standard.
- Packaged drinking water plants
- Natural mineral water brands
- Beverage industry
- Water processing units
- Hospitality industry
- Food manufacturing companies
- Export businesses
- Private label brands
Need routine batch testing?
Set up regular testing to keep every batch within specification.
FAQs
Packaged Drinking Water Testing: common questions
Which standard applies to packaged drinking water?
Packaged drinking water is covered by IS 14543 and natural mineral water by IS 13428. Both were revised in 2024. IS 10500 applies to drinking water supplied for use, not to packaged water.
Is BIS certification mandatory for packaged drinking water?
Yes. Packaged drinking water and natural mineral water are under compulsory BIS certification in India, so they must carry the ISI mark under a valid BIS licence.
What is the difference between IS 14543 and IS 10500?
IS 14543 is the standard for packaged drinking water sold in bottles or packs. IS 10500 is the standard for drinking water supplied for use, such as municipal or borewell water. Packaged water has its own, stricter requirements.
What is the difference between packaged drinking water and mineral water?
Packaged drinking water (IS 14543) can be from any source and is treated before packing. Natural mineral water (IS 13428) comes from a natural underground source with a stable mineral composition and is bottled at source.
Do you test as per IS 14543 and IS 13428?
Yes. We test packaged drinking water and natural mineral water to the 2024 versions of IS 14543 and IS 13428.
How much does packaged drinking water testing cost?
The cost depends on whether you need the full standard or a routine panel. Share your requirement and we will send an itemised quotation.
Is Accurate Universal Laboratories accredited for this testing?
Yes. Our Ahmedabad laboratory is accredited by NABL to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 (certificate TC-5021) and our Rajkot laboratory under certificate TC-7988. The tests and products covered are listed in our scope of accreditation, and we confirm whether your parameters are within scope before testing.
Still have a question about packaged water testing?
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Tests that often go with packaged water testing
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- Clear guidance on the right tests
- Support from our technical team
Standards and regulatory references
- BIS – Bureau of Indian Standards
- BIS – Products under compulsory certification
- FSSAI – Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
Standards and limits change; we confirm the current requirements for your product and market at the time of testing.