Derived Products
HS Code
250100
Last Updated
2026-04-16
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Salt market coverage spans 164 countries.
- 5,992 exporter companies and 7,388 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 35,383 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 7 premium suppliers and 1 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 5.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-16.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Salt
Analyze 35,383 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Salt.
Salt Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Salt to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Salt: South Africa (-81.0%), Mexico (-68.0%), Chile (-67.8%).
Salt Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Salt country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Salt transaction unit prices: Slovakia (1.94 USD / kg), Ecuador (1.41 USD / kg), United States (0.81 USD / kg), Costa Rica (0.54 USD / kg), Colombia (0.44 USD / kg), 15 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | +41.4% | 2,549 | 0.19 USD / kg (864,537.9 kg) | 0.24 USD / kg (812,167.4 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (1,248,473.751 kg) | 0.16 USD / kg (3,272,993.711 kg) | 0.26 USD / kg (6,634,677.201 kg) | 0.24 USD / kg (5,282,810.919 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +24.8% | 1,667 | 0.44 USD / kg (9,354,109.847 kg) | 0.57 USD / kg (9,602,319.017 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (2,298,245.735 kg) | 0.68 USD / kg (1,842,497.535 kg) | 0.79 USD / kg (995,068.627 kg) | 0.81 USD / kg (1,279,900.288 kg) | ||||||
| China | -13.0% | 1,426 | 0.07 USD / kg (50,115,969.634 kg) | 0.06 USD / kg (25,281,176.97 kg) | 0.06 USD / kg (41,009,479.914 kg) | 0.06 USD / kg (31,338,628.199 kg) | 0.06 USD / kg (37,501,033.63 kg) | 0.06 USD / kg (62,943,026.894 kg) | ||||||
| Pakistan | +4.4% | 1,312 | 0.20 USD / kg (2,944,180.79 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (3,818,282.2 kg) | 0.25 USD / kg (3,774,505 kg) | 0.25 USD / kg (8,746,186.6 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (6,211,783.96 kg) | 0.30 USD / kg (5,571,371.63 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | -62.0% | 482 | 1.40 USD / kg (42,461,646.29 kg) | 2.55 USD / kg (2,903,990.73 kg) | 9.75 USD / kg (1,342,938.62 kg) | 14.23 USD / kg (23,239,141.52 kg) | 5.79 USD / kg (2,981,793.45 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (2,652,514.25 kg) | ||||||
| India | +15.1% | 15,574 | 0.08 USD / kg (137,223,579.708 kg) | 0.08 USD / kg (143,847,166.663 kg) | 0.07 USD / kg (86,454,253.327 kg) | 0.11 USD / kg (80,308,115.794 kg) | 0.07 USD / kg (164,870,090.168 kg) | 0.08 USD / kg (37,332,909.646 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | +28.2% | 789 | 0.19 USD / kg (8,737,620.679 kg) | 0.23 USD / kg (7,561,730.889 kg) | 0.23 USD / kg (6,095,257.88 kg) | 0.28 USD / kg (4,510,021.713 kg) | 0.18 USD / kg (9,791,561.531 kg) | 0.18 USD / kg (12,572,026.991 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | -38.9% | 640 | 0.33 USD / kg (1,404,773.55 kg) | 0.30 USD / kg (1,283,665.064 kg) | 0.38 USD / kg (1,403,519.4 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (1,790,250.24 kg) | 0.58 USD / kg (1,648,032 kg) | 0.41 USD / kg (1,744,747.21 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -68.0% | 2,956 | 0.23 USD / kg (5,612,092.023 kg) | 0.23 USD / kg (4,388,000.702 kg) | 0.24 USD / kg (5,793,197.968 kg) | 0.24 USD / kg (9,373,066.69 kg) | 0.25 USD / kg (53,514,360.086 kg) | 0.21 USD / kg (51,842,813.488 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | -81.0% | 2,910 | 0.52 USD / kg (460,561.77 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (350,759.245 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (534,961.153 kg) | 0.29 USD / kg (495,928.165 kg) | 0.17 USD / kg (764,047.91 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (1,003,484.75 kg) |
Salt Global Supply Chain Coverage
13,380 companies
5,992 exporters and 7,388 importers are mapped for Salt.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Salt, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Salt Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
5,992 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Salt. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Salt Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
7 premium Salt suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Intimex Group Joint Stock Company
Vietnam
Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood WholesalersFood Manufacturing
TransEuro Wholesale Ltd
United Kingdom
Catalog
Paradise Ingredients, S.A.
Costa Rica
Beverage ManufacturingCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Pakistan Rice Export Company
Pakistan
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood PackagingBrokers And Trade Agencies
CAMPO D'ORO SRL
Italy
Food ManufacturingFood PackagingBeverage Manufacturing
AR Tartufi srl
Italy
Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Savini Tartufi Srl
Italy
Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.
Salt Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
Compare 1 Salt supplier listings by origin, Incoterms, minimum volume, and offer price to identify export-ready sourcing opportunities.
Salt Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 5,992 total exporter companies in the Salt supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Kenya)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesGrocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingRetailDistribution / Wholesale
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Romania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Salt Global Exporter Coverage
5,992 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Salt supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Salt opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Salt Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
7,388 importer companies are mapped for Salt demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Salt Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 7,388 total importer companies tracked for Salt. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Malaysia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Jamaica)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-05-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
7,388 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Salt.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Salt buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Salt
Salt Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Salt wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Salt wholesale unit prices: Turkiye (2.76 USD / kg), China (0.35 USD / kg), Ukraine (0.25 USD / kg), Indonesia (0.25 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.35 USD / kg | ||||||
| Turkiye | 2.71 USD / kg | 2.61 USD / kg | 3.08 USD / kg | 3.04 USD / kg | 2.41 USD / kg | 2.76 USD / kg | ||||||
| Brazil | 0.19 USD / kg | - | - | - | - | - | ||||||
| Ukraine | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.22 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg | ||||||
| Indonesia | 0.26 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg | 0.26 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg | 0.25 USD / kg |
Salt Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Salt wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.34 USD / kg | 0.36 USD / kg | +0.7% | View → |
| 2 | Turkiye | 2.89 USD / kg | 0.39 USD / kg | 6.11 USD / kg | +19.0% | View → |
| 3 | Brazil | 0.89 USD / kg | 0.19 USD / kg | 2.27 USD / kg | +344.1% | View → |
| 4 | Ukraine | 0.26 USD / kg | 0.13 USD / kg | 0.54 USD / kg | +4.6% | View → |
| 5 | Indonesia | 0.25 USD / kg | 0.06 USD / kg | 0.49 USD / kg | -61.8% | View → |
Latest Salt Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Salt wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| 2026-04-01 | MAS** ***** * ******* ***** | 3.79 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Сіл* ******* ******** *** **** ***** * ** * ******* **** | 0.20 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Сіл* ******* ***** ***** **** ******* * ******* **** | 0.33 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Сіл* ******* ***** ***** *** * ******* **** | 0.40 USD / kg |
Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Salt
Salt Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Salt farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-06, countries with visible Salt farmgate unit prices: Myanmar [Burma] (0.14 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myanmar [Burma] | 0.14 USD / kg | 0.14 USD / kg | - | - | - | - |
Salt Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Salt farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Myanmar [Burma] | 0.13 USD / kg | 0.08 USD / kg | 0.14 USD / kg | +179.9% | View → |
Latest Salt Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 Salt farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-01 | Sal* ****************** * * **** * | 0.23 USD / kg | |
| 2024-10-01 | Sal* ********** * *** * | 0.98 USD / kg | |
| 2024-09-01 | Sal* * * *** * | 1.29 USD / kg | |
| 2024-09-01 | Sal* ***** * *** * | 0.72 USD / kg | |
| 2024-09-01 | Sal* ***** **** * *** * | 0.67 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormSolid (Crystalline/Granular)
Industry PositionFood Ingredient
Market
Salt (sodium chloride) is a globally produced mineral commodity traded in both food and industrial grades, with supply sourced from rock mining, solution mining, and solar evaporation. USGS reporting on global salt output consistently places China, the United States, and India among the major producing countries. International trade is strongly shaped by bulk logistics economics because salt is high-volume and typically low unit value, making freight and energy costs a primary determinant of delivered competitiveness. Food-grade trade is anchored to purity and contaminant control expectations (including Codex food-grade salt guidance), while industrial demand is closely tied to chlor-alkali and other chemical value chains.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaConsistently listed among the largest global producers in USGS salt reporting.
- United StatesMajor producer with diversified sources (rock, brine/solution, solar) reflected in USGS reporting.
- IndiaMajor producer with large solar salt output in coastal/arid regions, reflected in USGS reporting.
Specification
Major VarietiesRock salt (mined), Vacuum salt (solution-mined and evaporated), Solar sea salt (evaporated), Refined/table salt, Iodized salt
Physical Attributes
- Granulation/particle size (fine to coarse) tailored to end use (table, bakery, brining, industrial)
- Low moisture to reduce caking during storage and transport
- Color/whiteness and visual cleanliness are common buyer-facing quality cues for food-grade salt
Compositional Metrics
- Sodium chloride (NaCl) purity level
- Moisture content
- Insoluble matter and foreign material control
- Impurity/contaminant specifications (e.g., heavy metals) aligned to food-grade requirements
- For iodized salt: iodine fortification specification and stability over shelf life
Grades
- Food grade (aligned to Codex food-grade salt expectations)
- Industrial/chemical grade (e.g., chlor-alkali feedstock specifications)
- Pharmaceutical grade (high-purity, tighter impurity limits)
- De-icing/road salt grade
- Water softening grade
Packaging
- Bulk shipment (rail/truck/ship) for industrial and de-icing applications
- Intermediate bulk containers/big bags for industrial distribution
- Bagged salt for retail and foodservice (consumer packs and larger sacks)
ProcessingScreening/sieving to target particle size distributionWashing/refining to remove insolubles and improve purity/appearanceDrying to control moisture and reduce caking riskAdditive dosing for flow (anti-caking agents) where permitted/neededIodization (fortification) for public health programs where required by national regulation
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Rock/solution/solar production -> purification/refining (as needed) -> drying -> screening/grading -> optional iodization/additives -> packaging or bulk loading -> domestic distribution and export
Demand Drivers
- Industrial chemical demand (especially chlor-alkali value chains) driving large-volume industrial salt movements
- Food processing demand for consistent granulation and purity (bakery, processed meats, snacks, sauces, dairy)
- De-icing demand in cold-climate markets creating seasonal consumption spikes and stockpiling behavior
- Public health iodization programs influencing food-grade salt specifications and labeling requirements
Shelf Life
- Salt is generally shelf-stable over long periods if kept dry; moisture ingress can cause caking and handling problems
- Iodized salt may require tighter packaging and storage practices to maintain fortification stability over time
Risks
Energy And Logistics HighGlobal salt trade is highly exposed to energy and freight cost shocks because salt is typically moved in large bulk volumes and delivered cost is often dominated by transport and energy inputs (especially for vacuum-evaporated routes). Disruptions in fuel prices, shipping availability, or inland logistics can quickly change which origins are competitive and can interrupt downstream industrial and food supply continuity.Diversify origin and mode options (rail/truck/sea), contract freight capacity where feasible, and maintain strategic inventories near major consumption hubs (industrial users and de-icing markets).
Climate MediumSolar salt output is weather-dependent; abnormal rainfall patterns, storms, or humidity can reduce evaporation efficiency, lower yields, and affect crystal quality and drying requirements. This can tighten availability of certain sea-salt supply streams and shift demand to alternative production routes.Qualify multiple production routes (solar, rock, solution/vacuum) and pre-plan substitution specs for end uses that can tolerate different salt sources.
Food Safety MediumFood-grade salt is exposed to contamination and non-conformance risks (foreign matter, insolubles, and chemical contaminants) that can trigger rejections, recalls, or import detentions. Requirements vary by market and are commonly benchmarked against Codex-aligned expectations for food-grade salt quality and contaminants.Implement supplier QA programs with routine contaminant testing, robust lot traceability, and verified cleaning/drying/sieving controls tailored to food-grade specifications.
Regulatory Compliance LowIodization and additive permissions differ by jurisdiction, affecting formulation, labeling, and acceptable additive systems (e.g., anti-caking agents). Regulatory changes can force reformulation or relabeling and complicate multi-market supply planning for packaged food-grade salt.Maintain market-by-market specification matrices for iodization and permitted additives; segregate SKUs and documentation for regulated destinations.
Sustainability
- Brine management and salinity impacts (discharge and land/water interface) in solution mining and evaporation operations
- Energy use and associated emissions for vacuum evaporation and drying-intensive refining routes
- Local habitat and land-use impacts of large solar saltworks in coastal/arid environments
Labor & Social
- Occupational health and safety risks in mining, crushing, and bulk material handling (dust, heavy equipment, confined spaces)
- Worker protections and traceability challenges in informal or small-scale artisanal salt production in some regions
FAQ
Is salt supply seasonal like agricultural crops?In general, salt supply is less seasonal than crops because it is produced year-round from rock mining and solution mining; however, solar sea-salt output can be weather-dependent and more variable in unusually wet or humid periods.
Why can freight costs strongly affect which countries supply salt in international trade?Salt is typically shipped in large bulk volumes and is often relatively low unit value, so transport and energy costs can make up a large share of delivered cost and can quickly change which origins are most competitive.
What determines whether salt is considered food grade versus industrial grade?Food-grade salt is primarily defined by tighter purity, foreign-matter control, and contaminant limits aligned with food safety expectations (including Codex-related guidance), while industrial grades are specified for downstream technical uses such as chemical feedstocks or de-icing performance.
Sources
Salt Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Salt market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: China, Netherlands, United States, Germany, India, Japan, Canada, Chile, South Korea, Spain, Australia, Belgium, Turkiye, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Indonesia, Mexico, Brazil, Kenya, Ukraine, France, Romania, Ecuador, Uganda, Argentina, Poland, Belarus, Philippines, Pakistan, Vietnam, South Africa, Bulgaria, Ivory Coast, Czechia, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, Egypt, Qatar, Paraguay, Botswana, Costa Rica, Nepal, Guatemala, Senegal, Iran, New Zealand, Zambia, Malawi, Thailand, Denmark, Bolivia, Peru, Uzbekistan, United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, Colombia, Oman, Tanzania, Panama, Zimbabwe, Italy, Singapore, Austria, Moldova, Venezuela, Malaysia, Laos, Israel, South Sudan, Ghana, Ireland, Syria, Afghanistan, Armenia, Angola, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Brunei, Bahamas, Bhutan, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Switzerland, Cameroon, Cuba, Cyprus, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Algeria, Estonia, Finland, Fiji, Falkland Islands, Gabon, Georgia, Gambia, Guinea, Equatorial Guinea, Greece, Hong Kong, Honduras, Croatia, Haiti, Hungary, Iraq, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kiribati, Kuwait, Cayman Islands, Kazakhstan, Lebanon, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Lithuania, Latvia, Morocco, Madagascar, Myanmar [Burma], Northern Mariana Islands, Mauritius, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, New Caledonia, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Norway, French Polynesia, Papua New Guinea, Puerto Rico, Portugal, Palau, Réunion, Serbia, Rwanda, Solomon Islands, Seychelles, Sweden, Slovenia, Slovakia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Suriname, El Salvador, Turks and Caicos Islands, Togo, Tajikistan, East Timor, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, U.S. Virgin Islands, Vanuatu, Samoa, Yemen, Mayotte
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