Kota Kinabalu: The relevant authorities, particularly the Health Ministry, should monitor imported bottled water labels to ensure compliance to Malaysian regulations.
“Some labels only displayed information in language of the country of origin, thus the need for enhanced oversight in this area,” said the Malaysia Bottle Water Manufacturers Association (MBWA) Vice President Liaw Hen Kong.
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The dialogue led by Liaw, who is managing director of Life Water Industries Sdn Bhd, covered a range of critical topics.
The session held in Kota Kinabalu focused on addressing policy and implementation issues raised by Sabah-based members of the MBWA.
Discussions included concerns about bottle closure colours, water sources for bottled drinks, additional water sources for licensed bottled water, piping of treated water to factories, label requirements for drinking water and flavoured drinks, and the absence of labels on drinking water bottles. ersight in this area.
MBWA thanked Tosiah binti Abdullah, Domestic Deputy Director, Industry Branch, Ministry of Health Malaysia, and Sitti Aralas, Deputy Director of Health, Food Safety, and Quality Division, Sabah Health Department, along with their teams for hosting the dialogue.
Other participants from MBWA included representatives from Rinajadi Sdn Bhd, Alam Segar Sdn Bhd, and Nabalu Sdn Bhd.
Established 12 years ago, MBWA is a national association that brings together bottled water manufacturers and industry associates to improve water supplies.
With a membership exceeding 40 active members, MBWA plays a pivotal role in advocating for industry standards and regulations.
The dialogue underscores a collaborative effort to address key industry challenges and ensure the safety and quality of bottled water products in Malaysia.
This engagement reflects a proactive approach towards upholding regulatory standards and enhancing consumer confidence in the bottled water sector,” Liaw said.
