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Sea Salt Flakes

Low concern

Pure sodium chloride. WHO and FDA recommend reducing sodium intake; excess intake associated with hypertension and cardiovascular risk.

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39 products

What it is

Sea-water-derived sodium chloride crystals in flake form.

Seasoning; flavor enhancer; preservative.

Why it's flagged

What regulators actually say

"Americans consume on average more than 3,400 mg of sodium per day - much more than the recommended limit of less than 2,300 mg per day."

"WHO recommends adults consume less than 5 g of salt per day."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS food (21 CFR 182.1)

European Union — EFSA

Authorized food

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