1-Page Fact Sheets

If you want the most relevant data on salt in a concise, accurate and easy-to-read format, our one-page fact sheets may be exactly what you are looking for.

These fact sheets on the three main uses of salt are vetted by the Salt Institute's experts. Data cited is sourced, often with online links to original studies.

Available in PDF format as well for easy printing, fact sheets are handy aids for journalists, public officials, researchers, students, and anyone interested in salt.

FOOD SALT

Essential to life, health

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ROAD SALT

Saves lives, commerce

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WATER SOFTENING

Protect budget, environment

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