Mesquite Smoked Sea Salt

Mesquite smoked sea salt is a type of sea salt that has been infused with the smoky flavor of mesquite wood. Sea salt is obtained from the evaporation of seawater, and the smoking process imparts a distinct, savory aroma and taste.

Manufacturers add mesquite smoked sea salt primarily as a flavoring agent to give foods a smoky, savory taste without needing to cook with actual smoke. It is often used in frozen dinners and entrees, frozen appetizers, and spice blends to enhance the flavor of meats, vegetables, and snacks.

Salt (sodium chloride), the primary component of mesquite smoked sea salt, is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. While essential for bodily functions, consuming too much sodium can be a health concern. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. JECFA has evaluated sodium chloride as a basic food ingredient, and its use is generally considered safe within typical dietary intake levels, though excessive consumption is discouraged.