Water
Water is essential for life.
Found In
- Beverages
- Foods
- Beverages
- Foods
Also Known As
- Dihydrogen Monoxide
- Dihydrogen Monoxide
The Beverage Bottom Line
Water is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
Water is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
FDA U.S. Food And Drug Administration
Considered a food. Can be an ingredient added to food.
In 2006, dietary reference intakes for water were assessed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
In 1995, FDA released a standard of identity and updated standards of quality for bottled water.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets standards for drinking water.
Learn more →European Commission
Considered a food. Can be an ingredient added to food.
In 2010, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference values for water.
Learn more →Codex Alimentarius
Considered a food.
In 2022, the WHO guidelines (4th edition) for drinking water quality was issued.
Learn more →Health Canada
Considered a food.
In 2006, dietary reference intakes for water were assessed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
Health Canada sets standards for drinking water.
Learn more →This page was last updated on 6/30/2025