Himalayan salt is known as pink salt. It comes from salt mines in the Himalayas, a mountainous region in South Asia. The salt is extracted from so-called “salt veins” deep underground. This treasure chest of delicate flavors is indispensable in your (outdoor) kitchen. The Himalayan Pink Salt Grinder is easy to use and makes your dishes taste delicious.nnWhy is Himalayan salt pink?nnThis salt contains small amounts of ferrous minerals. These minerals are naturally present in the earth layers from which the salt is extracted. The traces of iron oxide and other minerals give Himalayan salt its characteristic pink color. Shades of pink vary depending on the specific mine and the depth at which the salt is mined.