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Water Testing for FSSAI Licensing

NABL-accredited water test reports accepted by FSSAI for food business licence applications, renewals, and compliance audits. IS 10500-compliant analysis covering physical, chemical, heavy metals, and microbiological parameters.

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Why FSSAI Requires a Water Test Report

Water is a critical ingredient and process input in food manufacturing, packaging, and storage. FSSAI's Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 mandates that food business operators (FBOs) using water in food production must ensure it meets the safety standards specified under IS 10500:2012 (Drinking Water Specification) or the relevant FSSAI schedule.

A water test report from a NABL-accredited laboratory is required at the time of:

New FSSAI Central or State Licence application
FSSAI Licence renewal (typically every 1–5 years)
FSSAI compliance audit or inspection
Changes in water source at the manufacturing facility
FSSAI packaging water (FoSCoS registration for packaged drinking water brands)

Parameters Tested for FSSAI Water Report

Physical Parameters

pH
Turbidity (NTU)
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
Colour
Odour & Taste
Electrical Conductivity

Chemical Parameters

Total Hardness
Total Alkalinity
Chloride
Fluoride
Nitrate
Sulphate
Iron
Manganese
Residual Chlorine

Heavy Metals (ICP-MS)

Lead
Arsenic
Cadmium
Chromium
Mercury
Selenium
Copper
Zinc

Microbiological Parameters

Total Coliform (MPN)
Faecal Coliform / E. coli
Total Plate Count
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Salmonella (packaged water)

How to Get Your FSSAI Water Report

Contact Us

Call or email to request a water testing kit and sample collection guidelines specific to your facility type.

Collect Sample

Collect water from the source used in food production — borewell, municipal supply, or stored tank. We provide sterile containers for microbiological samples.

Send to Lab

Drop the sample at our Delhi or Bangalore lab, or arrange courier. Samples must reach us within 24 hours for microbiological parameters.

Receive NABL Report

Receive your digitally signed, NABL-accredited water test report within 5–7 working days. The report is accepted by FSSAI offices across India.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a water test report mandatory for FSSAI licence?

Yes. FSSAI requires a water test report from a NABL-accredited laboratory as part of the licence application for food business operators (FBOs) who use water in food processing, packaging, or manufacture. The report must demonstrate compliance with IS 10500:2012 or FSSAI's schedule of standards for water used in food production.

What parameters are tested for FSSAI water report?

FSSAI water testing covers physical parameters (pH, turbidity, TDS, colour, odour, taste), chemical parameters (total hardness, alkalinity, chloride, fluoride, nitrate, sulphate, iron, manganese), heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium, chromium, mercury, selenium), and microbiological parameters (Total Coliform, E. coli, Total Plate Count, Faecal Coliform). The exact scope is aligned with IS 10500:2012 and the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations.

How long does an FSSAI water report take?

Auriga Research delivers FSSAI water test reports in 5–7 working days from sample receipt. Microbiological parameters typically complete in 3–5 days; chemical and heavy metals analysis takes 5–7 days. Express turnaround is available on request for urgent licence applications.

Is Auriga Research an FSSAI-approved water testing laboratory?

Yes. Auriga Research is NABL-accredited under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 for water testing. FSSAI accepts test reports from NABL-accredited laboratories. Our reports are accepted by FSSAI regional offices across India for new licence applications, renewals, and compliance audits.

How do I submit a water sample for FSSAI testing?

Collect your water sample in a clean, sterile container (provided by us on request). For microbiological testing, use a sterile bottle and refrigerate the sample during transport. Chemical samples can be collected in HDPE bottles. Samples can be dropped at our labs in Delhi or Bangalore, or we can arrange pickup for bulk requirements. Contact us to receive sample collection guidelines.

Need a Water Report for FSSAI Licensing?

Get a NABL-accredited water test report accepted by FSSAI offices across India. Turnaround in 5–7 working days.

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