nosaltadded

No Salt Added is a labeling claim used on packaged foods to indicate that no salt was added during processing. The claim is common on canned vegetables, beans, broths, soups, and certain sauces. It does not guarantee that the product contains zero sodium.

Even with no salt added, a product can contain sodium naturally from its ingredients. Sodium may come from the inherent mineral content of ingredients or from other components used in the formulation. The ingredient list and the product’s Nutrition Facts panel will reflect these contributions.

Regulatory context: In the United States, No Salt Added is a label claim subject to regulatory oversight. It is not the same as sodium-free or low-sodium. The FDA defines sodium-free as 5 mg or less per serving and very low sodium as 35 mg or less per serving. Consumers should check the Nutrition Facts panel for sodium per serving and review the ingredient list for salt-containing components.

Practical guidance: If reducing sodium is a goal, use No Salt Added in conjunction with the nutrition label. Compare sodium per serving, and consider serving size when evaluating total intake. Remember that No Salt Added does not guarantee a low-sodium product.