Himalayan Salt look-alikes

Halite (variety)

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Several rocks and minerals can be confused with Himalayan Salt. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.

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Halite

Also known as: Halite

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Also known as: Solar Salt

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Sylvite, Carnallite, etc.

Also known as: Sylvite, Carnallite

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