North American Salt Prices: Why Freight Can Cost More Than the Mineral
Nexchem Intelligence puts Q3 2026 bulk rock salt at USD 47 per metric tonne FOB Gulf Coast mine, up from USD 45/MT in Q3 2025. Delivered Great Lakes de-icing salt averaged USD 82/MT, compared with USD 78/MT a year earlier. Vacuum pan food-grade salt stood at approximately USD 186/MT FOB pr