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Oman’s food safety centre issues warning over contaminated bottled water

The Food Safety and Quality Centre (FSQC) has issued a public warning advising consumers to avoid using and to immediately dispose of ‘Al Furath’ brand of bottled drinking water due to bacterial contamination.

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Monday, April 28, 2025

Muscat – As per a statement from the Centre, laboratory tests had revealed the presence of microbiological impurities, including Coliform and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, in the 5-gallon bottles of ‘Al Furath’ water, originating from the United Arab Emirates.

In response, authorities have begun withdrawing the product from markets across the Sultanate and have banned its further entry into the country.

Consumers are advised not to consume the affected product and to dispose of any remaining bottles to avoid health risks.

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