Purified Rock Salt
What is Purified Rock Salt?
Purified rock salt is a mineral composed mainly of sodium chloride, which is common table salt. It is harvested from underground salt deposits formed by ancient seas. The 'purified' aspect means it has been refined to remove impurities and other minerals, resulting in a high-purity sodium chloride product.
Is Purified Rock Salt vegan?
Purified Rock Salt is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Purified Rock Salt a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Purified Rock Salt used for?
Salt is a fundamental ingredient used to enhance flavor in a wide variety of foods.
Is Purified Rock Salt safe?
Salt (sodium chloride) is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Salt is a fundamental ingredient used to enhance flavor in a wide variety of foods. It also acts as a preservative by drawing moisture out of foods, which helps prevent the growth of spoilage-causing microorganisms. It is commonly found in processed foods, snacks, baked goods, and seasonings.
Health notes
Salt (sodium chloride) is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Sodium is an essential nutrient, but consuming too much can be a concern for health. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. JECFA has evaluated sodium chloride as a food ingredient and has not set a numeric acceptable daily intake (ADI not specified) due to its role as a fundamental nutrient.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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