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Black Salt
Black Salt
Low concern
Black salt is primarily sodium chloride with trace iron sulfides giving its color/flavor. Like other salts, it contributes sodium to the diet (DGA limit <2,300 mg/day).
Found in
121 products
What it is
Kala namak - a kiln-fired rock salt from South Asia, with characteristic sulfurous flavor due to iron sulfides.
Seasoning providing umami/eggy flavor; popular in Indian cuisine and vegan 'egg' substitutes.
Why it's flagged
- sodium contribution to diet
- DGA sodium limit
What regulators actually say
"Most Americans eat too much sodium. Adults should limit sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day."
"Substances that are generally recognized as safe... including salt (sodium chloride)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as sodium chloride.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as food ingredient.
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