Also known as Halite, common salt , table salt, refined salt.

Kosher salt is a coarser, additive-free salt. Like Kosher, pickling salt is also additive-free and is used for making pickles.

Sea or bay salt is produced by allowing sea water to evaporate. Some find it to have a better flavor. Black salt, which is actually grayish-pink when ground, is smokier than regular salt and is often found in Indian cooking.