Microbiological monitoring mf mineral water commercialized in Brazil

Pontara, André VenturiniOliveira, Christianne Dezuani Dias deBarbosa, Amir HoriquiniSantos, Rafael Aparecido dosPires, Regina HelenaMartins, Carlos Henrique Gomes

The quality of mineral water commercialized in Brazil regarding the microbial content was analyzed and the results were compared with the standards established by the current legislation. Results demonstrated there was no bacterial contamination, but several types of fungi were found. Therefore, bottled mineral water could be considered a possible route for the transmission of filamentous fungi and yeasts.

1. fungi
2. microbial contamination
3. membrane filter technique
4. Mineral water