SaltNutrition reference
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Salt

Table Salt is listed as salt, table in USDA FoodData Central. Per 100g, it provides 0 calories, 0g carbohydrates, 0g protein, and 0g fat.

0
kcalper 100g
Carbs
0g
Protein
0g
Fat
0g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 grams

Reference values
Measurement basis
Food state
Unprepared
Edible portion
Table salt
Measurement basis
100 g table salt
Energy (kcal)
0 kcal
Protein
0 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
0 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Sugars1
0 g
Saturated fat
0 g
Sodium
38758 mg
More nutrients24
Energy (kJ)
0 kJ
Trans fat1
0 g
Cholesterol1
0 mg
Calcium
24 mg
Potassium
8 mg
Magnesium
1 mg
Iron
0.33 mg
Zinc
0.1 mg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
0 mg
Vitamin B51
0 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9 (folate)
0 µg
Vitamin B121
0 µg
Vitamin C
0 mg
Vitamin D1
0 µg
Vitamin A (RAE)
0 µg
Retinol1
0 µg
Beta-carotene1
0 µg
Alpha-carotene1
0 µg
Beta-cryptoxanthin1
0 µg
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)1
0 mg
Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone)1
0 µg
  1. Assumed zero by source

Data sources

2
  1. 1

    USDA FoodData Central

    173468 · SR Legacy, April 2018 release

  2. 2

    日本文部科学省

    17012 · 日本食品標準成分表(八訂)増補2023年

About this food

Understanding this nutrition reference

Table Salt on this page refers to salt, table. The values are sourced from USDA FoodData Central and apply to the stated unprepared food state and edible portion.

Each nutrition value is shown for 100 g table salt. This reference is useful for comparing foods on a consistent basis; preparation, added ingredients, and portion size can change the nutrition of a finished meal.

Plan your portion

How much is in your serving of Salt?

Use the 100 g table salt reference as the starting point for logging. Weights should refer to the same unprepared food state as the USDA entry; cooking methods and additions can change the final nutrition values.

Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
ServingWeightCaloriesCarbsProteinFat
100 g100 g0 kcal0 g0 g0 g

Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.

Energy (kcal)
0 kcal
Energy (kJ)
0 kJ
Protein
0 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
0 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Sugars1
0 g
Saturated fat
0 g
Trans fat1
0 g
Cholesterol1
0 mg
Sodium
38758 mg
Calcium
24 mg
Potassium
8 mg
Magnesium
1 mg
Iron
0.33 mg
Zinc
0.1 mg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
0 mg
Vitamin B51
0 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9 (folate)
0 µg
Vitamin B121
0 µg
Vitamin C
0 mg
Vitamin D1
0 µg
Vitamin A (RAE)
0 µg
Retinol1
0 µg
Beta-carotene1
0 µg
Alpha-carotene1
0 µg
Beta-cryptoxanthin1
0 µg
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)1
0 mg
Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone)1
0 µg

Questions and answers

Salt nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in 100g of table salt?

This USDA FoodData Central reference lists 0 calories per 100 g table salt.

How much protein is in table salt?

This reference lists 0g of protein per 100 g table salt.

Does this reference apply to a different preparation?

No. This page is specifically for the unprepared food state described in the source. Different preparation methods or added ingredients can change nutrition values.