娃哈哈：个别批次纯净水未通过出厂抽样检测；4月起已终止合作

Core Viewpoint - Starting from 2024, consumers reported that Wahaha's purified water is actually produced by Jinmailang, leading to public outcry and discussions about product quality and pricing [1][3]. Group 1: Production and Quality Issues - Multiple Jinmailang subsidiaries, including Longyao, Heyuan, Xianning, and Tangyin, are involved in the production of Wahaha's purified water, which has different packaging from that produced directly by Wahaha [1]. - Consumers noted that a 24-bottle pack of Wahaha's purified water is priced at 29 yuan, while Jinmailang's equivalent is only 19 yuan, raising questions about the perceived value and quality associated with the Wahaha brand [3]. - Wahaha's CEO previously claimed that their water has a high purity level, with conductivity below 2, often used in laboratory settings [3]. Group 2: Consumer Reactions and Company Response - The revelation that Wahaha's purified water produced by Jinmailang is of similar quality to Jinmailang's own products has led some consumers to question why they should pay more for the Wahaha brand [5]. - While some consumers expressed dissatisfaction, others acknowledged that outsourcing production is common in the industry, emphasizing the importance of strict quality control [5]. - On May 15, Wahaha officially confirmed its contract manufacturing relationship with Jinmailang and announced the termination of this partnership starting April 2025 due to quality control issues identified during internal checks [5].