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Black Salt (Kala Namak)

Category: Whole Spices & Condiments

Authentic Himalayan Black Salt (Kala Namak), renowned for its distinctive, pungent, sulfurous aroma and deep pinkish-grey color. Processed in specialized kilns, this rock salt is a high-value export for global vegan markets seeking natural 'egg-like' flavor profiles.

Description

Commercial Uses & Applications

Crucial flavoring agent in global vegan cuisine (tofu scrambles/vegan eggs), commercial Chaat Masala manufacturing, and Ayurvedic digestive medicine.

How to Use / Processing

Mill into fine powder (often exported pre-milled) and blend into dry spice mixes or sprinkle directly onto finished plant-based culinary dishes.

Nomenclature & Terminology

  • Indian Regional: Hindi: Kala Namak | Telugu: Nalla Uppu | Tamil: Karuppu Uppu | Malayalam: Karutha Uppu | Marathi: Kala Namak | Gujarati: Sanchal | Bengali: Bit Nun | Kannada: Kappu Uppu
  • Global Markets: Arabic: Milh Aswad | Spanish: Sal Negra del Himalaya | French: Sel Noir | German: Schwarzsalz / Kala Namak | Mandarin: Hei Yan (黑盐) | Russian: Chernaya Sol' | Japanese: Burakku Soruto | Turkish: Siyah Tuz | Persian: Namak Siah | Italian: Sale Nero | Thai: Kluea Dam | Vietnamese: Muối Đen | Korean: Heuk Sogeum | Indonesian: Garam Hitam | Portuguese: Sal Negro

Functional & Health Benefits

Considered a highly cooling spice in Ayurveda. Actively relieves severe heartburn, intestinal gas, and bloating while providing essential trace minerals absent in refined table salt.

Specifications

Trade & Technical Data
HSN Code 25010090
Botanical/Scientific Name Halite (Mineral)
Geographical Origin Himalayan Region (Processed in India)
Primary Varieties / Grade Whole Lumps / Fine Powder
Chemical & Physical Specifications
Moisture Content Max 2.0%
Foreign Matter / Admixture Max 0.5%
Quality & Compliance Marks Food Grade. Heavy metal tested and cleared.
Logistics & Export Protocol
Primary Packaging 25kg / 50kg PP Bags
Container Payload 25 - 28 MT (20FT - Heavy Cargo)
Fumigation Protocol Customized Treatment (Optional - modified strictly per destination port regulations; e.g. MBr, Phospine, CO2)

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Black Salt (Kala Namak)

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