Ingredient

Slat

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add salt to foods to enhance flavor, act as a preservative, and help …

What it is

Salt is a mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl). It is naturally occurring and can be harvested from salt mines or evaporated from seawater or saltwater lakes. Salt is essential for human life and is used to enhance flavor and preserve food.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add salt to foods to enhance flavor, act as a preservative, and help with texture. It is commonly found in processed foods like soups, snacks, canned goods, and baked items, as well as in cured meats and cheeses.

Health notes

Salt, specifically the sodium it contains, is a necessary nutrient for bodily functions. However, high sodium intake is linked to increased blood pressure in some individuals. The FDA recommends limiting sodium intake to less than 2,300 milligrams per day. JECFA has evaluated salt and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified). Evidence on the health effects of sodium intake is extensive and ongoing.

Allergen info

Salt is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Slat

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MARKET CLASSICS Hearty Soup Mix Other Soups High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 353kcal 5.9Protein 0Fat 70.6Carbs CLOVER VALLEY Clover Valley, Macaroni & Cheese Deluxe Shells Dinner Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 327kcal 10.6Protein 11.5Fat 46.0Carbs HOSODA BROS INC. Hosoda Bros Inc., Prepared Kidney Bean Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 260kcal 5Protein 0Fat 35Carbs ORGANIC CREAMERY Organic Creamery, Organic Parmesan Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 357kcal 32.1Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs WILSON Wilson, Sliced Cooked Ham Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 95kcal 14.3Protein 3.2Fat 3.2Carbs FRESH & EASY Crumble Bar Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 333kcal 3.5Protein 10.5Fat 57.0Carbs LAKEVIEW FARMS Greek Yogurt & Gel Yogurt 91kcal 3.0Protein 0.5Fat 19.2Carbs FRESH & EASY, LLC American Kitchen Chicken Pot Pie Other Deli High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving 267kcal 6.7Protein 16.1Fat 23.3Carbs Okonomi Sauce OTAFUKU Okonomi Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 139kcal 0Protein 0Fat 33.3Carbs FRESH & EASY Chicken Tortilla Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 54kcal 3.9Protein 1.6Fat 6.1Carbs HONIG Pea Soup Mix Other Soups High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 42kcal 2.8Protein 0.4Fat 6.8Carbs HEINZ Yellow Mustard Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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