Our Policies

Saltenic Crystals, a leading manufacturer and exporter of premium Himalayan Crystal Salt products under the brand name Saltenic Crystals®, hereby confirms with full responsibility that our salt products are entirely gluten-free.

Our Himalayan Crystal Salt Products:

• Are pure natural mineral salts, free from gluten and gluten-derived ingredients.
• Fully comply with FDA guidelines and requirements for gluten-free products.
• Pose no risk of adverse reaction for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.

This declaration underscores Saltenic Crystals’ commitment to providing safe, trustworthy, and gluten-free products, ensuring confidence among our business partners and their customers worldwide.

Saltenic Crystals, a globally recognized supplier specializing in premium-quality Himalayan Crystal Salt under the Saltenic Crystals® brand, is fully committed to vegan principles and ethical business practices.

We hereby confirm that:

• Our Himalayan Crystal Salt products are 100% vegan, entirely natural, and contain no animal-derived ingredients.
• Our products and ingredients are not tested on animals at any stage of our production process.
• We promote ethical practices and actively support awareness about vegan nutrition and lifestyle, contributing positively to human, animal, and environmental welfare.

Our Commitments:

• Ensure all Saltenic Crystal products remain completely vegan-friendly and animal-free.
• Clearly communicate our vegan standards and expectations to suppliers and partners.
• Provide accurate and transparent information regarding the vegan status of our products to our customers upon request.

Saltenic Crystals proudly supports ethical vegan practices and is committed to transparency and accountability in upholding our vegan policy.

At Saltenic Crystals, our business is driven by purpose.

Since our founding, we have prioritized ethical practices, environmental sustainability, and meaningful community contributions alongside responsible business growth. Our commitment is deeply embedded in our company culture, shaping every decision we make.

We give back to our community and environment by:

• Adhering to International Labour & Quality Standards:
  Operating under certifications like ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 22000 (Food Safety), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety), and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) to ensure fair, safe, and healthy working conditions.
• Practicing Fair Trade:
  Ensuring ethical sourcing and fair compensation throughout our supply chain, benefiting local producers and communities.
• Charitable Contributions:
  Supporting humanitarian causes and charitable initiatives that directly impact underprivileged communities.
• Volunteer Initiatives:
  Encouraging and facilitating employee participation in community welfare and development activities.

Healthcare Initiatives

Saltenic Crystals actively supports local healthcare organizations providing critical medical services to underprivileged communities, including cancer treatment, maternal healthcare, and paediatric care. Our contributions focus on improving healthcare accessibility and outcomes in communities around our operational sites.

Educational Support

We contribute significantly to educational programs, focusing on improving access to quality education for children in the regions where we operate, particularly in rural areas around Khewra, Pakistan. Through partnerships with reputable educational trusts, we provide scholarships, essential school supplies, and infrastructure support to enhance learning environments.

Environmental Conservation

Environmental responsibility is central to our business operations. We are committed to sustainable mining practices, responsible water management, waste reduction, and active reforestation projects in the Khewra region, ensuring long-term ecological sustainability and environmental protection.

ISO 14001:2015 Certified

Saltenic Crystals is dedicated to minimizing the environmental impact of our operations through rigorous compliance with national and international environmental regulations, standards, and best practices.

We implement proactive environmental management systems designed specifically to:

• Prevent pollution and reduce environmental risks associated with our production processes.
• Minimize waste generation, effluents, and emissions through continuous process improvements.
• Set measurable environmental targets to foster sustainability and ensure continuous improvement.
• Train all employees comprehensively on environmental responsibilities, holding them accountable for their actions.
• Maintain open communication with all stakeholders regarding our environmental goals, achievements, and ongoing initiatives.

Through systematic compliance with ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management standards, we are committed to achieving long-term sustainability and actively contributing to environmental conservation.

Saltenic Crystals is committed to being an environmentally responsible partner for a sustainable future.

Saltenic Crystals firmly opposes child labour, forced labour, and all forms of exploitation in our operations and supply chains. We strictly adhere to international labour standards, including those outlined by the International Labour Organisation (ILO).

According to the ILO, child labour is defined as:

• Work by children under the age of 12.
• Work by children under the age of 15 that interferes with their schooling.
• Work by individuals under 18 years that could be hazardous to their health, safety, or moral development.

In all business activities and supply chains, Saltenic Crystals commits to:

• Never engaging in, supporting, or tolerating child labour.
• Establishing and maintaining clear policies to remediate and assist any child found in improper employment, facilitating their return to education.
• Ensuring that no young workers are exposed to hazardous conditions.
• Prohibiting the use of forced or involuntary labour.
• Regularly auditing and communicating these standards internally and to all business partners.

Our unwavering commitment ensures responsible labour practices throughout our operations, upholding dignity, education, and safety for children and young workers.

Saltenic Crystals recognizes the global issue of conflict minerals and is committed to ensuring that no minerals sourced for our products originate from conflict-affected areas or contribute to conflict funding.

We expect all suppliers providing raw materials to implement rigorous policies and due diligence processes to ensure all supplied materials, if containing conflict minerals, are verified as “DRC conflict-free” according to OECD Due Diligence Guidelines.

Our commitments include:

• Ensuring transparency and due diligence in our supply chain practices.
• Regularly reporting progress to stakeholders regarding conflict-free sourcing.
• Collaborating closely with suppliers to reinforce compliance with conflict-free sourcing requirements.
• Actively supporting international standards and initiatives aimed at eradicating conflict minerals from supply chains.

Saltenic Crystals remains dedicated to maintaining a responsible, ethical, and transparent sourcing policy that aligns with global conflict mineral standards.