Pickling and Canning Salt

Pickling and canning salt is a highly refined, pure granulated salt specially formulated for use in home food preservation. Unlike table salt, it contains no added iodine, anti-caking agents, or other additives, which can cause cloudiness or unwanted flavors in pickled and canned foods. Its fine texture allows it to dissolve quickly and evenly in brines, ensuring consistent results and a clear, crisp finish in your preserves. Whether you're making classic cucumber pickles, canning vegetables, or fermenting sauerkraut, pickling and canning salt is the preferred choice for achieving the best taste, appearance, and shelf stability in your homemade goods.

Pickling and canning salt is typically found in the same aisle as other salts and seasonings at your local grocery store. Look for it near the table salt, kosher salt, and sea salt, often on the shelves with spices and baking ingredients. In larger supermarkets, there may be a dedicated section for canning and preserving supplies, especially during the peak pickling season in late summer and early fall. Here, you might also find jars, lids, pectin, and other canning essentials alongside the pickling salt. If you have trouble locating it, check with store staff or look in the baking aisle, as some stores stock specialty salts near baking soda and baking powder. Pickling and canning salt is sometimes labeled as "preserving salt," so keep an eye out for different packaging. If your store does not carry it, you may also find it at farm supply stores or order it online.