Exhibiting at HRC London 2025 (Hotel, Restaurant, Catering)

Cornish Sea Salt Company Ltd is a premium sea salt producer based in Helston, Cornwall, UK. Founded in 2008, the company has established itself as a global brand renowned for its naturally harvested sea salt, distinctive flavor profile, and commitment to sustainability and innovation in salt production. Drawing from the pure waters off the Lizard Peninsula, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cornish Sea Salt combines traditional methods with modern technology to deliver mineral-rich gourmet salt to retail, foodservice, and industrial markets worldwide.

Core Business and Product Range

The company specializes in harvesting and producing sea salt products that retain over 60 natural trace elements, contributing to both superior flavor and nutritional benefits. Their portfolio includes a wide selection of crystal and flake salts, flavored blends, and reduced sodium formulations.

Product Categories:

• Sea Salt Crystals: Available in 75g, 225g, 500g, and 1.5kg packs
• Sea Salt Flakes: 50g, 150g, 350g, and 1kg packaging
• Smoked Sea Salt Flakes: Lightly smoked for culinary applications
• Flavored Seasoning Blends:
  • Lemon & Thyme
  • Chilli Hit
  • Really Garlicky
  • Salt & Peppery
  • Seaweed Salt
• TekSalt: A patented reduced-sodium salt blend developed for food manufacturers

Cornish Sea Salt products are sold in more than 30 countries through both retail and foodservice channels.

Production and Harvesting Process

The sea salt is extracted through a combination of modern filtration and traditional pan evaporation methods, maintaining the integrity of natural minerals while ensuring product safety and quality.

• Harvest Location: South Cornish coast, Lizard Peninsula
• Production Volume: Estimated at 1,000+ metric tonnes annually
• Water Source: Grade A+ marine waters, EU-accredited for purity

The company’s production facility uses low-energy, solar-assisted drying systems and recycles over 90% of the seawater used during processing.

Innovation and R&D

Cornish Sea Salt stands at the forefront of salt innovation with products like TekSalt, a reduced-sodium formulation offering up to 43% less sodium than traditional sea salt. TekSalt is designed specifically for food manufacturers seeking to comply with global sodium reduction targets while retaining flavor.

Additionally, the brand continues to explore new seasoning combinations and sustainable packaging innovations.

Market Reach and Distribution

• Retail Partners: Tesco, Waitrose, Marks & Spencer, Whole Foods, Ocado
• Export Markets: Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East
• Foodservice Clients: Michelin-starred chefs, artisanal producers, hospitality brands
• E-commerce: Direct-to-consumer through their official website and Amazon UK

Cornish Sea Salt’s brand presence is strong in the premium culinary segment, and it is increasingly recognized as a trusted supplier for clean-label food manufacturing.

Certifications and Compliance

• BRCGS Certified food safety and quality
• SALSA Certified (Safe and Local Supplier Approval)
• Kosher Approved
• Complies with UK FSA salt reduction initiatives
• Export-compliant with FDA and EU food regulations

All products are non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly, meeting rising consumer demand for transparency and clean-label assurance.

Sustainability Commitments

Cornish Sea Salt places environmental stewardship at the core of its operations:

• Zero-waste policy in salt production
• Recyclable packaging across the product line
• Minimal transportation emissions due to local water sourcing
• Participation in Plastic Free Communities movement in Cornwall

The company aligns with broader UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly around sustainable consumption and production patterns.

Financial and Commercial Performance

While privately held, Cornish Sea Salt has reported strong year-on-year growth, driven by global demand for gourmet and functional salts:

• Estimated Annual Turnover (2023): £5–7 million
• Export Revenue Share: Over 40%
• Retail Sales Growth (YoY): 15% CAGR from 2020 to 2023
• TekSalt Manufacturing Contracts: Signed with several UK-based snack and ready meal brands

Customer Testimonials

“Cornish Sea Salt is our go-to for exceptional seasoning – the flake salt adds perfect texture to our dishes.”
– Executive Chef, London Michelin-Starred Restaurant

“The TekSalt formulation helped us meet reduced sodium targets without compromising flavor.”
– R&D Head, UK Snack Manufacturer

Awards and Recognition

• Great Taste Awards – Multiple-time recipient
• Featured in BBC’s “Inside the Factory”
• Recognized by The Grocer as one of the Top 50 Food & Drink Innovators in the UK
• Official seasoning partner for The Great British Bake Off: The Professionals

Educational and Promotional Media

Cornish Sea Salt offers a range of engaging content and resources to educate consumers and trade partners:

• Harvesting Process Video Tour
• Cooking Tutorials with Top UK Chefs
• TekSalt R&D Launch Series

These are available through their YouTube channel and website.

Cornish Sea Salt continues to redefine premium seasoning with a commitment to traceability, sustainability, and culinary excellence. Its fusion of artisanal heritage and scientific innovation secures its place as one of the UK’s most respected sea salt producers.