NAFDAC Guidelines for Inspection and Requirements for Packaged Water Facility in Nigeria
Guideline · Water
Guidelines outline standards for packaged water facilities in Nigeria, covering water source testing and treatment. They target water manufacturers, NAFDAC teams, and environmental departments. The goal is to guarantee safe drinking water for the public.
NAFDAC Guidelines for Inspection and Requirements for Packaged Water Facility in Nigeria
What Is This Policy?
Guidelines setting out the requirements for facilities producing packaged (sachet and bottled) water in Nigeria, covering water source testing, treatment, packaging, and quality control.
Who Does It Target?
Sachet and bottled water manufacturers NAFDAC water product inspection teams Water treatment equipment suppliers State environmental health departments
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Ensure that packaged water products in Nigeria meet microbiological and chemical safety standards through properly designed and operated production facilities.
Key Features
Water Source: Testing and approval of water source before production begins Treatment System: Approved water treatment methods including filtration, UV, ozonation, or reverse osmosis Facility Layout: Segregation of raw water, treated water, and packaging areas Quality Testing: Routine microbiological and chemical testing of finished products Packaging Standards: Requirements for food-grade packaging materials
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All applicable regulated entities Lead Agency: NAFDAC Enforcement: NAFDAC inspections and compliance monitoring
How to Access
Regulated entities must comply with these guidelines. Obtain water source test results Set up facility per NAFDAC specifications Apply for registration and undergo inspection
Official Resources
Website: nafdac.gov.ng Contact: NAFDAC, Abuja
Legal Framework
Issued under the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control Act 1993 (as amended), which empowers NAFDAC to make regulations, issue guidelines, and enforce standards. Operates alongside the Food and Drugs Act Cap F32 LFN 2004, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Act 2015, and the Codex Alimentarius Commission standards adopted by Nigeria. Draws on the Codex Alimentarius Standard for Natural Mineral Waters (CODEX STAN 108), WHO guidelines for drinking-water quality, and SON standards for packaged water (NIS 554:2007).