Sodium to Salt Converter
About this converter:
This tool converts milligrams of sodium to teaspoons of salt. The conversion is based on the following formula:
Teaspoons of Salt = Milligrams of Sodium × 0.00108
This conversion takes into account that table salt (sodium chloride) is approximately 40% sodium by weight[1]. One teaspoon of salt contains about 2,325 milligrams of sodium[1].
Here's what you need to know:
| Milligrams of Sodium (mg) | Teaspoons of Salt (tsp) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0.0000 | No salt |
| 500 | 0.5400 | Approx. 1/4 teaspoon salt |
| 1000 | 1.0800 | Approx. 1/2 teaspoon salt |
| 1500 | 1.6200 | |
| 2000 | 2.1600 | Recommended daily maximum |
| 2300 | 2.4840 | Lower limit of RDI |
| 2500 | 2.7000 | Approx. 1 teaspoon salt |
| 3000 | 3.2400 | |
| 3500 | 3.7800 | |
| 4000 | 4.3200 | |
| 4500 | 4.8600 | |
| 5000 | 5.4000 | |
| 10000 | 10.8000 | Very high intake |
Key information:
- Conversion formula: Teaspoons of Salt = Milligrams of Sodium × 0.001083
- One teaspoon of salt contains approximately 2,325 milligrams of sodium1.
- The recommended daily sodium intake is less than 2,300 mg per day, which is roughly equivalent to one teaspoon (or 6 grams) of salt1.
- Ideally, aim for less than 1,600 mg of sodium per day for better health1.
- The average daily intake is between 6,000 to 12,000 mg of salt, which is about double the recommended amount1.
- Table salt (sodium chloride) is approximately 40% sodium by weight1.
- To convert grams of salt to milligrams of sodium: divide the salt amount in grams by 2.5, then multiply by 1,0001.
- When reading food labels, remember that sodium content is listed, not salt content. Use this table or the conversion formula to determine the salt equivalent.
This table and information should provide a comprehensive guide for converting milligrams of sodium to teaspoons of salt and understanding the relationship between sodium and salt intake.