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White Himalayan Salt is rock salt (halite) — export grade from Khewra Salt Mine, Punjab, Pakistan. Mild rock-salt mineral profile typical of Himalayan halite.
Key takeaways
- White Himalayan Salt is rock salt (halite) — export grade from Khewra Salt Mine, Punjab, Pakistan.
- White Himalayan Salt is sorted for off-white to translucent appearance and Fine, Coarse, Chunks mesh options.
- Material is consolidated at Khewra, moved by road to Karachi for container stuffing, and shipped under your chosen incoterm.
These grades are sorted from different colour seams and depths at Khewra, Pakistan's primary Himalayan salt mine. Export volumes leave via Karachi under FOB or CNF terms.
Formation: Ancient Permian-era evaporite deposit
Grade profile
White Himalayan Salt is sorted for off-white to translucent appearance and Fine, Coarse, Chunks mesh options. Common applications: Premium culinary, contrast lamps, spa displays. FOB pricing from Pakistan starts around $0.18/kg — contact Saltrado for current rates and lot availability.
Export from Pakistan
Material is consolidated at Khewra, moved by road to Karachi for container stuffing, and shipped under your chosen incoterm. Certificate of origin, packing list, and pre-shipment photos are available on request.
Mineral Profile
Composition per 100g for white himalayan salt. Values vary by harvest location and depth.
| Mineral | Content (g/100g) |
|---|---|
| sodium | 36.5 |
| chloride | 58.5 |
| calcium | 0.15 |
| potassium | 0.2 |
| magnesium | 0.1 |
| iron | 0.05 |
| zinc | 0.001 |
| Trace minerals | 84+ |
Best Uses for White Himalayan Salt
Recommended for
- Premium culinary
- contrast lamps
- spa displays
Not ideal for
- Iodized table salt replacement without relabelling
- Pharmaceutical use without separate specs
Chef's tip: Specify mesh size and moisture max on your PO. Food-contact grades are processed on dedicated lines at Khewra.
Quick Facts
| Origin | Khewra Salt Mine, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Color | Off-white to translucent |
| Type | Rock salt (halite) — export grade |
| Harvest method | Crushed and screened from Khewra mine seams |
| Grain sizes | Fine, Coarse, Chunks |
| Price range | FOB from $0.18/kg — quote for current rate |
Health note: Export grades are rock salt for food, spa, or industrial use per specification — not a supplement. Sodium chloride remains the dominant component.
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