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Salt is a type of mineral with a salty taste, crystalline, solid, and white in color. Besides human consumption, salt is also an important commodity as a raw material for certain industries, such as pharmaceuticals, petroleum, and various food products.
According to data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS), total global salt production amounted to 290 million metric tons in 2021. This figure increased by 3.6% from the previous year's 280 million metric tons.
The world's largest salt producer is China, with production totaling 64 million metric tons, or 22.07% of total global salt production. The United States follows in second place with production of 40 million metric tons.
India's salt production is reported at 29 million metric tons. Germany and Australia each produced 15 million and 12 million metric tons, respectively.
Salt demand is predicted to increase in 2022, particularly in Asia. Salt exports from Australia and India have increased in recent years to meet the high demand from China.
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