Consumer Watchdog Files Legal Complaint Against Nestle Over Mineral Water Treatment
Foodwatch accuses Nestle and Sources Alma of illegally treating mineral water, sparking a government investigation in France.
- Foodwatch has filed a legal complaint against Nestle and Sources Alma for allegedly using prohibited purification techniques on mineral water.
- A government probe revealed that about 30% of mineral water sold in France underwent treatments only allowed for tap water.
- French law, based on EU directives, prohibits the purification of mineral water, which should be of naturally high quality.
- French prosecutors have opened an investigation into suspected fraud by Nestle Waters following a complaint by France's health regulator.
- Foodwatch has also contacted the European Commission, criticizing the French government's failure to report the issue.