| NACE Code |
08.93 - Extraction of salt |
| Sector/Industry |
Agriculture & Food |
| Products/Services |
Finished Goods |
| Core Products/Services |
Core Products: Traditional, hand-harvested sea salt Natural crystallized sea salt (coarse and fine grades) Gourmet and specialty sea salt selections Artisan salt products for culinary use Industrial food and feed salt, water softening salt, deicing salt Services: Bulk supply for food producers Private label and custom packaging Direct retail and specialty distribution Educational and heritage-based salt production experiences and museum experience |
| Key Technologies |
Solar evaporation technology (sun- and wind-driven crystallization) Gravity-fed seawater flow systems Natural brine concentration ponds and crystallization basins Traditional harvesting and drying techniques Production relies primarily on natural energy sources — the sun and wind — making the process environmentally sustainable and energy-efficient. |
| Main Machinery |
Sea water intake and channeling systems Evaporation ponds and crystallization basins Manual and semi-manual salt harvesting tools Natural drying areas Sorting, sieving, and packaging equipment The operation prioritizes low-mechanization, preserving the integrity and authenticity of the salt. |
| Unique Capabilities |
Traditional, centuries-old Adriatic (Mediterranean) salt production method 100% solar-powered evaporation process Strong heritage and artisanal positioning Environmentally sustainable and low-carbon production The unique capability lies in combining nature-driven production with artisanal harvesting techniques, ensuring high-quality, mineral-rich sea salt with authentic character. |
| Target Customers |
Gourmet chefs and restaurants Artisanal and premium food producers Health-conscious consumers Specialty food retailers Organic and natural product distributors Export markets seeking authentic sea salt Solana Pug positions itself as a heritage-based, sustainable, premium sea salt producer focused on quality, authenticity, and environmental responsibility. |
| Export Experience |
Both EU & Global |
| Export Markets |
AL, AU, AT, BA, BG, CA, CZ, DE, HU, XD, LV, LT, ME, MK, PL, SA, RS, SK, SI, US |
| Export Percentage |
40% |
| Capacity Utilization |
80% |
| Additional Capacity |
yes |
| Peak Months |
May, June, July, August, October, November, December |
| MOQ |
1t |
| Delivery Times |
1-2 weeks |
| Regional Focus |
EU |
| Languages |
Croatian: Native, English: Advanced, Czech |
