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2019-08

Is low-salt necessarily healthy? What’s the optimal amount of salt intake?

2019-08-21

Sometime along the way, salt—just like sugar and fat—has been labeled as one of the “bad guys.” Excessive salt intake is a major contributor to hypertension; therefore, it’s generally recommended that daily salt consumption should not exceed 6 grams for optimal health (the specific recommended amounts may vary slightly across different times or countries, but they all hover around 6 grams). 1. The Value of Salt Salt is a common household staple and an essential ingredient in daily life. Most foods naturally contain some amount of salt, which plays an indispensable role in enhancing their flavor. So why has something so vital been branded as “the bad guy”? The answer lies in the relationship between salt and blood pressure.

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2019-08

Edible salt isn't just for eating—did you know it has so many other amazing uses?

2019-08-21

As we all know, table salt is an essential seasoning in Chinese cooking. It gives dishes a delicious and savory flavor. But beyond just seasoning our stir-fries, what other uses does salt have? If you’re someone who often works overtime or stays up late—and especially if you’re a coffee lover—you’ve probably found yourself accidentally spilling coffee onto your clothes at some point. Coffee stains are notoriously difficult to remove. But here’s a handy tip: You can actually use the salt you normally eat to tackle this problem! First, soak the stained area in lukewarm water. Then, evenly sprinkle salt over the spot where the coffee stain is. Use a rolling pin to gently tap the area for a bit, then add a little more salt and continue rolling the fabric with the pin. Finally, soak the garment in water for a while, and you’ll be amazed to see how the coffee stain comes right off!

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2019-08

Is there a difference in taste between different brands of table salt?

2019-08-21

When we cook in our daily lives, we all use salt as a seasoning. There are many different types of salt available on the market, and various brands offer their own unique products. But do different brands of table salt really taste different? First, do different brands of table salt actually have different flavors? Let’s take a look at how salts are classified. In our country, the main types of salt you’ll find in the market include sea salt, lake salt, and rock salt from mines. Indeed, these different types of salt do exhibit certain differences in taste: 1. Sea Salt: Made from seawater, sea salt is typically sun-dried into larger granules. Compared to refined salt, sea salt has a …

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2019-08

The benefits and effects of edible salt: What are the roles and uses of salt?

2019-08-21

Edible salt is an essential seasoning in people's daily lives. People add an appropriate amount of edible salt to their three meals a day. If humans were to abstain from edible salt for a prolonged period, their physical condition would deteriorate, and they might develop various health problems and other diseases—conditions that are highly detrimental to their health. So, what specific benefits and effects does edible salt have on the human body? And what are its different uses in everyday life? The Benefits and Effects of Edible Salt 1. Clearing Heat and Relieving Internal Fire The main component of edible salt is sodium chloride, a substance that plays an important role in clearing heat and relieving internal fire. When people experience "heatiness" due to blood heat—resulting in swollen gums, toothache, or sores on the mouth and tongue—they can use edible salt to help alleviate these symptoms.

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2019-08

How can you tell whether salt is genuine or fake?

2019-08-21

Methods for Identifying Fake Salt: 1. Distinguish by texture: Regular edible salt is white and has a fine, sandy texture with very little moisture. When rubbed between your fingers, it won’t feel clumpy or sticky. In contrast, industrial salt contains toxic substances but no iodine; it has a dull gray color, often appears in granular form, and has a high moisture content. 2. Distinguish by origin: Since salt products are sold strictly within specific regions, for example, the Heilongjiang area typically sells seaweed iodized salt from Chuzhou and low-sodium crystal pure salt produced in Xiaogan, Wuhan. 3. Distinguish by the color of the cut surface: Sprinkle salt onto a freshly cut sweet potato or potato. If the cut surface turns blue, it’s iodized salt; otherwise, it’s a counterfeit. How to Tell Real Salt Apart from Fake Salt: 1. Look at the color: Real salt has a bright white appearance, while fake salt often has unusual colors such as pale yellow or dark black. 2. Examine the packaging: Genuine salt comes in neatly sealed, beautifully packaged containers with clear printing. The seal is technically treated and cannot be easily separated. The sides of the packaging bag are smooth without any creases. On the other hand, fake salt packaging often has blurry printing that flakes off when rubbed, simple and poorly sealed packaging, uneven seals, and two distinct creases on both sides. Additionally, the anti-counterfeit labels differ: genuine salt packaging always displays the production date, whereas fake salt usually lacks this information. The packaging color of fake salt is also lighter. 3. Check the anti-counterfeit label: The anti-counterfeit labels on genuine salt packaging are firmly and correctly affixed in the same position within the packaging film layer. If the label is significantly misaligned or crookedly pasted, it’s likely fake salt. 4. Verify if the serial numbers match: If you find two or more small packages of salt with identical computer-printed serial numbers, they’re fake. 5. Conduct an experiment: Sprinkle salt onto the cut surface of a potato. Real salt will turn the cut surface blue. When you pinch it with your hands, smell it, or taste it, real salt feels looser, with evenly sized grains, no unpleasant odor, and a pure, authentic salty flavor. Fake salt tends to clump together when pinched, doesn’t easily fall apart, smells like ammonia, and tastes salty with a slightly bitter aftertaste. “Three Checks” to Identify Real vs. Fake Salt Through Packaging: ① Check the texture: The packaging material of fake edible salt is generally lower quality but features brighter colors. ② Examine the sealing edges: Genuine edible salt has neatly sealed edges with equal widths at both ends; fake salt packaging has sharp, clearly defined serrations, and the cuts are more pronounced. Often, one end of the fake salt package sticks out slightly longer. ③ Inspect the labeling: The labels on genuine salt are neatly and precisely applied in the same position; the labels on fake salt packaging are noticeably less standardized, and their anti-counterfeit labels have poor gloss and lack three-dimensional effects.

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2019-08

The difference between industrial salt and edible salt, and the hazards of consuming industrial salt.

2019-08-21

What’s the difference between industrial salt and table salt? What are the dangers of consuming industrial salt? First, let me tell you this: Industrial salt is strictly prohibited for human consumption. Ingesting as little as 3 grams can be fatal—this is no exaggeration. Now, let me explain it all to you step by step. Industrial salt does sound somewhat similar to table salt, so what exactly is the difference between the two? To clarify this, we need to introduce three related concepts: salt, industrial salt, and table salt. Salt, from a chemical perspective, refers to a class of compounds formed when metal ions or ammonium ions (NH4+) combine with acid radicals or nonmetallic ions. Examples include sodium chloride, calcium nitrate, ferrous sulfate, ammonium acetate, calcium sulfate, and chloride.

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2022-06

Sote Salt has successfully obtained the Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) 22000 certificate.

2022-06-28

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2022-08

Xiangyu Salt & Chemical’s “Wan Xiang” brand soda ash has become a futures-exempt inspection brand.

2022-08-19

On August 16, the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange announced on its official website the addition of a new brand to the list of exempted inspection brands for soda ash. The “Wanxiang” brand of soda ash has officially become an exempted inspection brand for futures contracts. Since its launch on December 6, 2019, soda ash futures have quickly become the exchange’s most actively traded and prominent product within less than three years of development, profoundly influencing transactions in the spot market as well. Thanks to advantages such as leading and accurate price forecasting, capital management that leverages small investments for large returns, and convenient and efficient supply channels, soda ash futures have attracted an increasing number of end-users and traders, reshaping the market strategies and sales models of alkali producers and establishing themselves as a significant force in the spot market. The Xiangyu Salt & Chemical Sales Corporation foresaw the immense market impact of soda ash futures and proactively planned and prepared accordingly. In May 2021, the Sales Corporation led a team to visit the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange to discuss applying for exemption from inspection and exchanged views with the exchange. In September of the same year, under the guidance of the futures company and after extensive and complex preparatory work, the corporation formally submitted its application. In April 2022, Xiangyu Salt & Chemical underwent the relevant inspections conducted by the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange on both the factory and its products and made the necessary rectifications. After more than a year of meticulous preparation and document refinement, the application was successfully approved. This approval will greatly enhance the visibility and reputation of Xiangyu Salt & Chemical’s products, while also helping to broaden sales channels and facilitating the participation of soda ash in futures trading. During the application process for exemption from inspection, the Sales Corporation deepened its understanding and mutual trust with the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange, gaining a deeper insight into soda ash futures.