About Dangote Salt Refinery
Dangote’s salt division is managed through NASCON Allied Industries Plc, a legacy salt-refining enterprise established in 1973. Operating state-of-the-art refining plants across Apapa, Oregun, Ota, and Port Harcourt, NASCON delivers high-quality iodized and bulk salt products to households and industries nationwide.
Refining Excellence
Our facilities utilize a comprehensive salt processing workflow:
Solar-harvested raw salt is washed and cleaned
Brine filtration ensures purity
Controlled evaporation and crystallization produce premium crystals
Salt is fortified with iodine and micronutrients
Automated, hygienic packaging for retail and bulk distribution
Each batch features >99.5% purity, fortified per health regulations, and complies with ISO food safety and national standards .
Our Vision & Market Reach
As a key player in Nigeria’s salt sector, NASCON aims to achieve national salt self-sufficiency. Through modern solar evaporation ponds and backward integration with local harvesters, we support coastal communities and strengthen domestic supply, reducing reliance on imports and empowering local economies.
Product Offering
Iodized Table Salt – Ensured purity for households
Industrial Salt – High-grade for food processing and manufacturing use
Fine Powder Salt – Specialized for culinary, bakery, and seasoning needs
Bulk Salt / Brine – Custom grades for commercial consumers
Sustainability & Community Growth
Implementation of solar-powered evaporation to minimize energy consumption
Water recycling to optimize brine use
Fair-trade partnerships with coastal salt farmers
Investment in community health, education, and sanitary projects
Adoption of green logistics to reduce carbon footprint
People Power & Economic Impact
With over 500 employees in Nigeria and an annual refining capacity of around 567,000 MT, NASCON continues to create livelihoods across the supply chain—from harvesting to distribution. Every step reinforces local development and food security