Quick answer
Himalayan Bath Salt is cosmetic / spa rock salt from Khewra Salt Mine, Punjab, Pakistan. Not intended for ingestion in bath formulations.
Key takeaways
- Himalayan Bath Salt is cosmetic / spa rock salt from Khewra Salt Mine, Punjab, Pakistan.
- Fine grain (0.2–2 mm) dissolves quickly for soaking baths.
- Dissolve fine bath salt in warm water before entering the tub.
- Export in 25 kg bulk bags or retail stand-up pouches with your artwork.
Himalayan bath salt is screened pink rock salt exported for spa and cosmetic brands worldwide. Saltrado supplies plain salt and private-label pouches from Khewra.
Formation: Ancient halite deposit — cosmetic-grade screening
Bath salt grades
Fine grain (0.2–2 mm) dissolves quickly for soaking baths. Coarse (2–5 mm) is popular for pouches and display. Chunk grade suits luxury spa jars. All grades are washed and sun-dried at Khewra.
How to use at home
Dissolve fine bath salt in warm water before entering the tub. Avoid very hot water that dries skin. Rinse the tub after use to prevent salt residue buildup. Store opened pouches in a dry place — salt is hygroscopic.
Wholesale & private label
Export in 25 kg bulk bags or retail stand-up pouches with your artwork. Scented programs require agreed fragrance load and stability testing. Request pricing at /wholesale/salt or /bath-salt-wholesale.
Mineral Profile
Composition per 100g for himalayan bath salt. Values vary by harvest location and depth.
| Mineral | Content (g/100g) |
|---|---|
| sodium | 36.5 |
| chloride | 58 |
| calcium | 0.14 |
| potassium | 0.22 |
| magnesium | 0.12 |
| iron | 0.04 |
| zinc | 0.001 |
| Trace minerals | 84+ |
Best Uses for Himalayan Bath Salt
Recommended for
- Bath soaks
- Body scrubs
- Spa treatments
- Private-label wellness retail
Not ideal for
- Food seasoning without separate edible spec
- Medical claims
Chef's tip: For home use: dissolve 1–2 cups (200–400 g) fine bath salt in a standard tub of warm water (37–40°C). Soak 15–20 minutes.
Quick Facts
| Origin | Khewra Salt Mine, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Color | Light to medium pink crystals |
| Type | Cosmetic / spa rock salt |
| Harvest method | Washed, sun-dried, and screened at Khewra |
| Grain sizes | Fine 0.2–2 mm, Coarse 2–5 mm, Chunk 1–3 cm |
| Price range | FOB from $0.12/kg coarse — quote for mesh and packing |
Health note: Cosmetic bath salt only. Do not ingest. Brands are responsible for INCI lists and market-specific cosmetic compliance.
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