Specialty Salt: Dishwasher, Canning and More
Specialty Salt
API
API Pond Salt, Natural Fish Tonic Made from Evaporated Sea Water, 4.4 lb
Regular price $10.48Unit price- Essential Electrolytes: API says it provides the electrolytes fish need.
- Evaporated Sea Water: All natural salt made from sea water.
- Works With Conditioners: Can safely be used with pond water conditioners.
- Treats 500 Gallons: One 4.4 lb container treats up to 500 gallons.
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Epsom Salt
AniMed
AniMed Horse Care Epsom Salt, Magnesium Sulfate, 2.5 lb Tub
Regular price $10.99Unit price- Magnesium Sulfate: Classic epsom salt from AniMed.
- Naturally Occurring Mineral: Produced from a natural mineral source.
- Not Made From Acid: Not produced from sulfuric acid and magnesium oxide.
- Cold Water Soluble: Dissolves in cold water with no heating needed.
Epsom Salt
Monterey
Monterey Epsom Salts, Magnesium Sulfate for Roses and Plants, OMRI Listed, 4 lb
Regular price $13.99Unit price- OMRI Listed: Listed for use in organic gardening.
- Roses and Flowers: Monterey says it promotes bloom in roses and flowering plants.
- Roots and Foliage: Absorbed through the roots and leaves.
- Supports Chlorophyll: Helps the plant produce chlorophyll.
Canning Salt
Morton Salt
Morton All-Natural Canning and Pickling Salt, 4 lb Box
Regular price $2.96Unit price- For Canning and Pickling: The salt called for in most pickle and brine recipes.
- Clear Brine: No iodine or anti-caking agents to cloud the jar.
- Fine Granules: Dissolves quickly in brine.
- Kitchen Staple: Also for brining meats and seasoning.
Ice Cream Salt
Morton Salt
Morton Rock Salt Ice Cream Salt for Ice Cream Making, 4 lb Box
Regular price $2.82Unit price- For Ice Cream Makers: Made for crank and electric freezers that use ice and...
- Colder Ice Bath: Salt lowers the melting point of the ice around the canister.
- Coarse Crystals: Large crystals layer easily with ice.
- A Summer Tradition: Make homemade ice cream the old-fashioned way.
Specialty Salt
Bug-A-Salt
Bug-A-Salt High-Performance Salt, Refill for Bug-A-Salt Guns, 18 oz Pouch
Regular price $9.95Unit price- Made for Bug-A-Salt: Refill salt for Bug-A-Salt shooters.
- Consistent Grain: Sized to load and fire cleanly.
- Big Refill: An 18 oz container covers many hopper refills.
- Pour-In Refills: Fill the hopper straight from the container.
Epsom Salt
Pennington
Pennington Epsom Salt Plant Nutrient, Corrects Yellowing Leaves, 7 lb Bag
Regular price $9.97Unit price- Magnesium and Sulfur: Supplies two nutrients that plants use.
- Garden Favorite: Popular for tomatoes, peppers, roses and shrubs.
- Water In or Top Dress: Dissolve it in water or sprinkle it around plants.
- Keep It Closed: Keep the bag closed between uses.
Epsom Salt
Swan
Swan Epsom Salt, Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P., 4 lb Bag
Regular price $8.99Unit price- Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P.: As printed on the bag.
- Soaking Solution: For minor sprains and bruises, per the label.
- Saline Laxative: For relief of occasional constipation, per the label.
- Resealable Bag: Cut along the dotted line and press the zipper to reseal.
Ice Cream Salt
Nostalgia
Nostalgia Ice Cream Maker Rock Salt for Making Homemade Ice Cream, 4 lb
Regular price $14.99Unit price- For Ice Cream Makers: Made for crank and electric freezers that use ice and...
- Colder Ice Bath: Salt lowers the melting point of the ice around the canister.
- Coarse Crystals: Large crystals layer easily with ice.
- A Summer Tradition: Make homemade ice cream the old-fashioned way.
Canning Salt
Mrs. Wages
Mrs. Wages Pickling and Canning Salt, All Natural, 48 oz Pouch
Regular price $4.06Unit price- For Canning and Pickling: The salt called for in most pickle and brine recipes.
- Clear Brine: No iodine or anti-caking agents to cloud the jar.
- Fine Granules: Dissolves quickly in brine.
- Kitchen Staple: Also for brining meats and seasoning.
Bait Salt
Home and Country USA
Brine Salt Rock Salt for Fishing Bait and Curing, Non-Iodized, 4 to 15 lb
Regular priceFrom $14.99Unit price- Toughens Bait: Firms up shrimp, minnows and cut bait so they stay on the...
- Keeps Bait Longer: Helps preserve bait between trips.
- Plain Salt: Coarse sodium chloride with nothing else added.
- Fresh or Salt Water: For anglers on lakes, rivers, bays and surf.
Dishwasher Salt
Home and Country USA
Premium Dishwasher Salt for Sparkling Clean Dishes, Resealable Bag or Pail, 4 to 20 lb
Regular priceFrom $19.99Unit price- For Built-In Softeners: For dishwashers with a salt reservoir, common on European models.
- Fewer Spots and Film: Helps the dishwasher soften hard water for cleaner glasses.
- Coarse Crystals: Sized to dissolve slowly in the reservoir.
- Easy Refills: Pour it into the reservoir with a funnel when the salt light...
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About specialty salt: dishwasher, canning and more
Specialty salt for the kitchen, the dishwasher, the tackle box and the garden: dishwasher salt, canning and pickling salt, ice cream rock salt, bait brine salt, Epsom salt and Bug-A-Salt refills. Each one is sold for a specific job, so pick the salt made for yours.
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Dishwasher Salt
Some dishwashers have a built-in water softener with a salt compartment, usually under the lower rack. The salt keeps that softener working so hard water does not leave spots and film. Home and Country USA Dishwasher Salt comes in 4, 10 and 20 lb sizes. Check your manual to see whether your dishwasher uses salt. For whole-house softeners, shop water softener salt.
Canning and Pickling Salt
Table salt often contains iodine or anti-caking agents, which can cloud brine. Canning and pickling salt is sold for clear brines, pickles and ferments. Choose Mrs. Wages Canning and Pickling Salt in a 48 oz pouch or Morton Canning and Pickling Salt in a 4 lb box. Follow a tested recipe for the amount of salt.
Ice Cream Rock Salt
Old-fashioned ice cream makers use coarse salt on ice to chill the canister. Nostalgia Old Fashioned Ice Cream Rock Salt and Morton Ice Cream and Cooling Rock Salt each come in 4 lb sizes. Do not use ice melt or de-icing rock salt in an ice cream maker. Keep those for driveways and walks.
Bait and Brine Salt
Salting bait draws out moisture so it firms up and stays on the hook. Home and Country USA Brine and Bait Rock Salt is coarse salt in 4, 5, 10 and 15 lb sizes for salting and brining bait.
Epsom Salt
Epsom salt is magnesium sulfate. Pennington Epsom Salt Plant Nutrient comes in a 7 lb bag for the garden. Swan Epsom Salt comes in a 4 lb size for soaking. Use each product as its label directs.
Bug-A-Salt Refills
Bug-A-Salt High Performance Salt is refill salt for Bug-A-Salt shooters in an 18 oz container. Follow the safety directions that came with your shooter.
Specialty Salt Compared
| Product | Type | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Home and Country USA Dishwasher Salt | Dishwasher salt | 4 lb, 10 lb, 20 lb |
| Home and Country USA Brine and Bait Rock Salt | Bait salt | 4 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb, 15 lb |
| Mrs. Wages Canning and Pickling Salt | Canning salt | 48 oz pouch |
| Morton Canning and Pickling Salt | Canning salt | 4 lb box |
| Nostalgia Old Fashioned Ice Cream Rock Salt | Ice cream salt | 4 lb |
| Morton Ice Cream and Cooling Rock Salt | Ice cream salt | 4 lb |
| Swan Epsom Salt | Epsom salt | 4 lb |
| Pennington Epsom Salt Plant Nutrient | Epsom salt | 7 lb bag |
| Bug-A-Salt High Performance Salt | Specialty salt | 18 oz |
What to Watch Out For
- Use each salt only for the job on its label.
- Store food salts away from ice melt and garden products.
- Keep bags and boxes sealed and dry so the salt does not clump.
Need larger quantities? Pallets ship by LTL freight with only the freight quoted. See the bulk and pallet orders page, or browse pool and spa salt.
Quick Answers
Can I use de-icing rock salt in my ice cream maker?
Use salt sold for ice cream makers, such as our ice cream rock salt. Keep ice melt and de-icing rock salt for driveways and walkways only.
Do I need salt in my dishwasher?
Only if your dishwasher has a built-in water softener with a salt compartment. Check your dishwasher manual to see if it does and where the salt goes.
Why can't I use table salt for canning?
Table salt often contains iodine or anti-caking agents, which can cloud brine. Canning and pickling salt is sold for clear brines.
What salt is best for brining bait?
A plain coarse salt works well. Our Brine and Bait Rock Salt comes in 4, 5, 10 and 15 lb sizes for salting and curing bait.
Is garden Epsom salt the same as bath Epsom salt?
Read the label. Pennington Epsom Salt is sold as a plant nutrient for the garden, and Swan Epsom Salt comes in a 4 lb size. Use each as its label directs.
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