Refined salt
What is Refined salt?
Refined salt, also known as sodium chloride, is a crystalline mineral that is essential for life. It is typically extracted from underground salt deposits or evaporated from seawater. The refining process removes impurities and minerals, resulting in a pure white crystalline product.
Is Refined salt vegan?
Refined salt is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Refined salt gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Refined salt a major allergen?
Refined salt is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Refined salt used for?
Manufacturers add refined salt primarily for its flavour-enhancing properties, acting as a fundamental taste enhancer in a vast array of foods.
Is Refined salt safe?
Salt (sodium chloride) is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add refined salt primarily for its flavour-enhancing properties, acting as a fundamental taste enhancer in a vast array of foods. It also functions as a preservative, inhibiting microbial growth, and can contribute to texture in certain products like baked goods. It is commonly found in processed foods, snacks, sauces, and ready meals.
Health notes
Salt (sodium chloride) is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain. The UK government's Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) advises that adults should consume no more than 6g of salt per day, which equates to about 2.4g of sodium. High salt intake is associated with increased blood pressure, a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
Allergen info
Refined salt is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Refined salt
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