Bulk Industrial & De-Icing Rock Salt — Direct Exporter From Pakistan
When international procurement teams, municipal road authorities, and industrial plant managers need a reliable bulk de-icing rock salt supplier with verifiable quality, competitive FOB pricing, and the logistical capacity to fill containers on schedule — they increasingly turn to Pakistan. And within Pakistan’s salt export industry, Salt Treasure has positioned itself as a dedicated, professionally managed industrial rock salt exporter with direct access to the world’s most ancient and mineral-rich salt deposit: the Khewra Salt Range in Punjab, Pakistan.
Whether you are sourcing road salt for winter de-icing in Canada, Norway, or the United Kingdom, high-purity NaCl for chemical processing in Germany or the Netherlands, water softener salt in bulk for an industrial ion exchange facility, or sodium chloride for brine applications in oil and gas drilling — Salt Treasure delivers the right grade, the right quantity, and the right documentation to your destination port without complications.
Why Pakistan Is The World's Most Competitive Source For Bulk De-Icing Salt
Sourced From The Khewra Salt Range — 250 Million Years Of Natural Purity
The Khewra Salt Mine — operational since the 13th century and spanning hundreds of kilometres of the Salt Range hills — is among the world’s largest and most ancient salt deposits, estimated to be over 250 million years old. Unlike marine-derived sea salt or chemically produced vacuum salt, Pakistani rock salt is extracted directly from ancient geological formations, making it naturally mineral-rich, exceptionally stable in chemical composition, and free from modern environmental contaminants. This geological advantage translates into a product that consistently delivers NaCl purity levels of 95% to 98%+ — more than sufficient for all industrial de-icing, water softening, chemical manufacturing, and drilling applications worldwide.
Industrial-Grade NaCl Purity: 95%–98%+ For Every Application
Salt Treasure’s industrial-grade sodium chloride (NaCl) meets or exceeds the international procurement thresholds required by regulated import markets. Our standard de-icing and industrial salt delivers a minimum NaCl purity of 95%, with premium grades reaching 98%–98.5% for chemical and water treatment applications. Moisture content is controlled below 0.5% for bulk storage stability, and all products are tested for water-insoluble impurities, calcium, magnesium, and sulphate content in compliance with ISO and EN standards.
Industrial & De-Icing Salt Product Grades — What We Export
Salt Treasure exports a clearly defined range of industrial and de-icing salt grades to serve the distinct requirements of international buyers across multiple application verticals. Each grade is available in specific particle sizes, packaging configurations, and purity certificates.
Road Salt & Winter De-Icing Grade (Granule & Pebble Form)
Our most internationally demanded product, this grade is specifically processed for road de-icing and winter traction management applications. Available in granule (2–5mm) and pebble (5–15mm) forms, it is used by municipalities, highway authorities, private road contractors, and winter maintenance service providers across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Germany, and Poland. The coarse granule structure ensures controlled dissolution rates on frozen road surfaces, maximising ice-melt performance while reducing over-application waste. Our bulk road salt wholesale pricing is highly competitive on a CIF/FOB basis versus North American and European domestic supply chains.
Water Softener Salt — Bulk Supply For Industrial Ion Exchange Systems
Industrial water softening plants across Europe, particularly in Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Austria, depend on high-volume sodium chloride to regenerate ion exchange resin beds and remove water hardness. Salt Treasure supplies bulk water softener salt in granule and coarse crystal forms, with NaCl purity of 97%+, low calcium and magnesium content, and verified moisture specifications to ensure efficient resin regeneration without system fouling. Available packaged in 25 kg PP woven bags or in bulk loose loads optimised for container fill.
Chemical Processing Salt — High-Purity NaCl For Chlor-Alkali & Textile
The global chlor-alkali industry — producing chlorine, caustic soda, and soda ash — is among the largest consumers of industrial-grade sodium chloride worldwide. Salt Treasure supplies chemical processing NaCl at 98%+ purity to manufacturers across Europe and Asia who require consistent, traceable feedstock sodium chloride for electrolytic processes, textile dyeing, paper manufacturing, and glass production. All chemical-grade shipments are accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and can be produced with bespoke purity tolerances on confirmed orders.
Oil & Gas Drilling Salt — Sodium Chloride For Brine Applications
Used in completion fluids, drilling mud weight control, and wellbore stability applications, bulk sodium chloride for oil field brine is a specialist requirement for operators and oilfield supply chains in the Middle East, North Africa, and North Sea regions. Salt Treasure can supply coarse-ground and medium-grain NaCl grades in container loads with full documentation support for oilfield procurement compliance.
Export Specifications, MOQ & Packaging — Everything International Buyers Need
The table below provides complete technical and commercial specifications for international buyers. All specifications are export-grade and verified at our processing facility prior to shipment.
| Parameter | De-Icing Grade | Industrial / Chemical Grade | Water Softener Grade | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Road & De-Icing Rock Salt | Industrial NaCl / Rock Salt | Water Softener Granule Salt | All grades from Khewra Salt Range |
| NaCl Purity (%) | Min. 95% | Min. 97%–98.5% | Min. 97% | CoA provided per shipment |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 1.0% | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.3% | Tested per ISO 2479 |
| Insolubles In Water | ≤ 1.5% | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.3% | — |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤ 0.4% | ≤ 0.25% | ≤ 0.15% | — |
| Magnesium (Mg) | ≤ 0.3% | ≤ 0.15% | ≤ 0.10% | — |
| Sulphate (SO₄) | ≤ 0.8% | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.4% | — |
| Particle Size | Granule 2–5mm · Pebble 5–15mm · Chunk 15–50mm | Fine 0.1–0.5mm · Medium 0.5–2mm · Coarse 2–5mm | Granule 0.5–2mm · Crystal 1–4mm | Custom sizing available on order |
| Colour | Off-White / Light Pink | White / Off-White | White / Off-White | Natural, no added pigments |
| HS Code | 2501.00.9900 | 2501.00.9900 | 2501.00.9900 | Confirm with local customs |
| Standard Packaging | 25 Kg / 50 Kg PP Bags · Bulk | 25 Kg Bags · 1MT Jumbo Bags | 25 Kg Bags · 1MT Jumbo Bags | Custom branding available |
| MOQ — 22ft Container | ~18–20 MT · ~24–26 MT (HC) | ~18–20 MT · ~24–26 MT (HC) | ~18–20 MT · ~24–26 MT (HC) | Flexible for new buyers |
| MOQ — 40ft Container | ~24–28 MT | ~24–28 MT | ~24–28 MT | Best pricing on full container |
| New Buyer MOQ | Flexible — Reduced MOQ available for first-time buyers testing quality | Sample shipment at buyer’s freight cost | ||
| Delivery Terms | FOB Karachi / Port Qasim · CFR / CIF on request | Incoterms 2020 | ||
| Lead Time | 7–14 Working Days (subject to quantity) | Rush orders possible | ||
| Quality Documents | CoA · Packing List · Invoice · B/L · Certificate of Origin · Phytosanitary | Third-party inspection available | ||
| Certifications | ISO 9001 · PSQCA · Export Certification Pakistan | Additional certs on request | ||
Payment Terms, Incoterms & Shipping From Karachi Port
Salt Treasure offers internationally recognised and flexible payment structures designed to build confidence with new international buyers while protecting both parties throughout the trade transaction. We ship from Karachi Port and Port Qasim — two of South Asia's best-connected container shipping hubs with regular services for most global ports.
40%
Advance on Order Confirmation. Secures your production slot and raw material allocation. Payable via TT (Telegraphic Transfer) or confirmed Letter of Credit (LC).
30%
At Order Prepared Stage. Upon completion of processing, quality inspection, and pre-shipment sample (if applicable). Verifiable production photos provided.
30%
Upon Export Documentation Completion. Payable on presentation of Bill of Lading, CoA, Commercial Invoice, and all export docs — for final delivery release.
Primary Delivery Term
FOB Karachi / FOB Port Qasim — allowing buyers to control their freight costs and insurance. CFR and CIF also available to most major ports including Hamburg, Rotterdam, Antwerp, Felixstowe, New York, Halifax, Oslo, and Sydney.
Request A Free Export Quote — Industrial & De-Icing Salt
Ready to source bulk industrial and de-icing rock salt directly from Pakistan? Our export team at Salt Treasure responds to all qualified enquiries within 24 business hours with a comprehensive product datasheet, FOB pricing, MOQ confirmation, and sample availability.
📞 +92 (312) 5302020 · ✉️ exports@salttreasure.pk · 🌐 www.salttreasure.pk
Note For New International Buyers: Salt Treasure welcomes first-time buyers with flexible reduced MOQs and complimentary export consultation to help you evaluate product suitability and build supply chain confidence before committing to full container orders.