Desert Salt
What is Desert Salt?
Desert salt is a type of salt, primarily sodium chloride, harvested from ancient, dried-up seabeds, often in remote desert regions. It is typically unrefined and may contain trace minerals that give it a distinctive colour and subtle flavour profile.
Is Desert Salt vegan?
Desert Salt is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Desert Salt gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Desert Salt a major allergen?
Desert salt is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Desert Salt used for?
Manufacturers add desert salt for its flavour-enhancing properties, contributing a unique taste to a variety of foods.
Is Desert Salt safe?
Salt (sodium chloride) is a necessary nutrient, but excessive intake is linked to high blood pressure.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add desert salt for its flavour-enhancing properties, contributing a unique taste to a variety of foods. It is commonly found in savoury snacks like crisps, confectionery such as chocolates, and sometimes in baked goods.
Health notes
Salt (sodium chloride) is a necessary nutrient, but excessive intake is linked to high blood pressure. The UK government advises adults to consume no more than 6g of salt per day. Desert salt is not typically considered a food additive and therefore does not have an E-number or specific regulatory authorisation as such.
Allergen info
Desert salt is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It does not contain gluten.
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