Did you know how long water lasts?
If you buy bottled water, you may be surprised to see the best-before date on both still and sparkling water. Does bottled water go bad?
"No," says Hannah Zeyßig, food expert at the NRW consumer advice center. "The label is required by law, as the EU demands a best-before date. In fact, water can still be drunk many months after the expiry date - provided it is stored in a cool, dark and dry place."
Sparkling water often lasts longer thanks to the carbon dioxide, as this inhibits the formation of germs. Glass bottles are particularly suitable as they reliably protect against loss of taste. PET bottles, on the other hand, are less airtight, carbon dioxide can escape and acetaldehyde can pass into the water when it gets hot - which is harmless, but can affect the taste. Today, manufacturers usually inhibit this transition by using acetaldehyde blockers or a silicon dioxide inner coating. The following also applies to crisis supplies: if you store purchased water canisters in a cool place protected from light, they can be stored safely for years.
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Topic world Food safety
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