Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2012
Plastic waste criticism at the Grand Canyon
Plastic bottles were reported as a significant portion of Grand Canyon waste, where Dasani had been sold. The park subsequently banned bottled-water sales, intensifying debate about disposable packaging and bottled-water litter.
2004
UK source and purity controversy
The UK launch generated criticism after reporting identified the product as treated municipal water from the Sidcup area. The coverage challenged consumer expectations about bottled-water purity and contributed to a severe public-relations backlash.
2004
Bromate contamination and UK recall
British authorities found bromate above the legal limit in a Dasani batch. Coca-Cola recalled approximately half a million bottles and withdrew the brand from the UK. Authorities stated that there was no immediate public-health risk from the incident.