Checking out Real Water by SMS in China

In a country known for overpopulation and pollution, clean drinking water is in high demand and something the Chinese people depend upon in their hot and humid environment. Inventors Spot reports.

The buzz around Beijing this month is that over half of all water residing in the country is “fake.”

To reassure consumers, 28 major barreled water manufacturers have agreed to take part in <>an electronic monitoring system, which will vouch for the authenticity of their water. The labels are being produced and applied to water by the Beijing bureau of quality and technical supervision, and they hope this will cut down on consumer complaints.

Those who choose to remain skeptics after purchasing labeled water can rest their worries by text messaging the bureau or visiting the official website of Product Identification, Authentification and Tracking System. If the code on the product turns out to be a fraud, the consumer will be able to instantly log a complaint with the bureau."

emily | 5:34 PM | New SMS Services |
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