Ingredient

Unrefined Sea Salt

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
It is widely used as a flavor enhancer to season and improve the taste …

What is Unrefined Sea Salt?

Unrefined sea salt is a natural form of salt produced by evaporating seawater. Unlike highly processed table salt, it retains trace minerals from its original water source, which can give it a slightly different taste and color.

Is Unrefined Sea Salt vegan?

Unrefined Sea Salt is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Unrefined Sea Salt a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Unrefined Sea Salt used for?

It is widely used as a flavor enhancer to season and improve the taste of foods.

Is Unrefined Sea Salt safe?

Unrefined sea salt, like all forms of salt, is primarily sodium chloride.

Why it's used

It is widely used as a flavor enhancer to season and improve the taste of foods. It also acts as a natural preservative, helping to extend the shelf life of various products, and is commonly found in snacks, pickled foods, and prepared meals.

Health notes

Unrefined sea salt, like all forms of salt, is primarily sodium chloride. The FDA generally recognizes salt as safe for its intended use. However, consuming too much sodium is a public health concern, as high intake is associated with increased blood pressure. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.