NITRATE DETECTION – REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
1. Introduction
Nitrates (NO₃⁻) and nitrites (NO₂⁻) are widely monitored chemical contaminants in food, water,
soil, and industrial effluents. Regulatory bodies worldwide require accurate measurement and strict compliance with defined limits to ensure public health and environmental protection.
Key Regulatory Bodies
Regulations differ by country; major authorities include:
India
FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) – Food products, meat, vegetables.
BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) – Drinking water (IS 10500).
CPCB / SPCB – Effluent discharge limits.
International
WHO (World Health Organization) – Drinking water safety.
Codex Alimentarius – International food standards.
EPA (US Environmental Protection Agency) – Water quality.
EU Regulation 1881/2006 – Maximum limits for contaminants.
1. Introduction
Nitrates (NO₃⁻) and nitrites (NO₂⁻) are widely monitored chemical contaminants in food, water,
soil, and industrial effluents. Regulatory bodies worldwide require accurate measurement and strict compliance with defined limits to ensure public health and environmental protection.
Key Regulatory Bodies
Regulations differ by country; major authorities include:
India
FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) – Food products, meat, vegetables.
BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) – Drinking water (IS 10500).
CPCB / SPCB – Effluent discharge limits.
International
WHO (World Health Organization) – Drinking water safety.
Codex Alimentarius – International food standards.
EPA (US Environmental Protection Agency) – Water quality.
EU Regulation 1881/2006 – Maximum limits for contaminants.
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