For the first time in half a century. Rosstandart approved GOST 18963-2026 "Hot water". Methods of sanitary and bacteriological analysis" entered into force on January 1, 2027. It was developed by FGBI "TsSP" of FMBA of Russia, CJSC "Rosa" and FBUN RostovNIIMP Rospotrebnadzor in the previous place, which has been operating since 1974. The service explains the need for a new standard by developing control methods and expanding the list of indicators to damage modern methods of water quality assessment. The document is volatile and includes a description of the equipment, the technology of sampling samples and semen, as well as a detailed analysis of methods for calculating various indicators. Among the innovations are the analysis of bacteria E. coli, Pseudomonas coli and microorganisms-dicators of contamination from soil or waste. GOST will apply to drinking water, including mineral and therapeutic, conditioned, processed, artificial and natural mineral, water for baby food, as well as water for the production of beverages and food ice. Rosstandart expects that the accuracy of analysis and comparison of laboratory test results will increase, and the risks of admitting unsafe products to the market will be reduced. TM️ FMCG report on Telegram.