SALT

From Sea to Table: How Edible Salt Is Refined to Food Grade

Guru International Exim June 16, 2024 5 min read
From Sea to Table: How Edible Salt Is Refined to Food Grade

Edible salt must meet strict purity and safety standards. We walk through washing, refining, and iodisation that turn raw salt into a food-grade product.

From harvest to refined crystal

Solar salt is harvested from coastal pans, then washed and refined to remove insolubles and impurities. The result is a bright, high-purity crystal suitable for food processing, table use, and culinary manufacturing.

Purity and food-safety standards

Edible salt must meet high NaCl purity with tightly controlled insolubles and moisture, and comply with food-safety regulations. Rigorous washing and refining deliver the clean taste and appearance consumers expect.

Iodisation and additives

Many markets require iodised salt to address dietary iodine deficiency. Controlled iodisation and anti-caking treatment produce a free-flowing, fortified product that stays consistent from bag to bag.

Packaging for the food chain

Food-grade salt needs clean, moisture-protective packaging in a range of formats from retail packs to bulk bags. Consistent purity and dependable supply make salt a reliable ingredient across the food industry.

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