At Honest to Goodness, food safety is our top priority. Our Celtic Sea Salts undergo strict testing
for Heavy Metals to ensure our product adheres to food safety and national
standards. These tests are conducted by a highly qualified and independent
laboratory that is contracted to carry out analyses to monitor for residue such
as heavy metals.
The frequency for testing of the Heavy Metals, namely Lead,
Cadmium, Arsenic, and Mercury, is per lot. Each lot may have multiple batches.
The frequency for testing of the Heavy Metals, namely Lead,
Cadmium, Arsenic, and Mercury, is per lot. Each lot may have multiple batches.
What Are the Legal Limits for Heavy Metals in Salt?
The FSANZ Code sets the following maximum levels for
heavy metals in salt:
- Lead = 2 mg/kg
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Arsenic (Total) = 0.5 mg/kg
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Cadmium = 0.5 mg/kg
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Mercury = 0.1 mg/kg
We’re proud to confirm that our Celtic Sea Salts
consistently test well below these limits. That means you can enjoy the natural
flavour and trace minerals of this ancient salt, without the worry.
You can find out more information on this topic in our
blog
post.
Please click the links below for more information detailing
the chemical & natural contaminants maximum limits allowed in Australia for
certain food products.