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Description
xThe Emile Henry 4-inch Salt Pig offers a charming, practical way to keep your favorite salt within easy reach while you cook. Its wide opening invites quick grabbing, and the slightly arched hood helps shield salt from food debris and splashes as you work at the stove.
Designed with everyday kitchen life in mind, this compact ceramic piece blends natural materials with a vibrant glaze. The durable surface stands up to daily use, while the color deepens over time and adds a tactile warmth to your countertop.
Heritage, materials, and durability
Emile Henry has been crafting pottery in France since 1850. This salt pig uses high-fired Burgundy clay and HR technology for high resistance, paired with an extremely hard glaze that resists scratches and crazing—so it stays pantry-ready for years to come.
- MADE IN FRANCE SINCE 1850 using natural materials
- DURABLE, SCRATCH-RESISTANT glaze that resists crazing
- BEAUTIFUL COLOR with deep glaze hues to brighten countertops
- VERSATILE: can be used in the oven, in the refrigerator, or left on a countertop
- EASY TO CLEAN: dishwasher safe or hand wash with soap and water
- 10-YEAR GUARANTEE against manufacturing defects for household use
Everyday use, reimagined
The wide mouth accommodates large hands, making refilling or grabbing salt effortless. The arched hood helps keep debris away, so you can reach for a pinch of salt without disruption during cooking. The compact design pairs well with other Emile Henry pieces on the counter.
As part of the package, you’ll receive two ceramic dishes, offering additional space for salt beside spices, oils, or other pantry staples during prep and service. It’s a simple addition that can streamline your mealtime rituals.
Care and longevity
Place the salt pig on your countertop, in the fridge, or even in the oven as part of a broader display of tableware. Cleaning is straightforward—dishwasher safe or hand wash with warm soap and water for best results.
- Dishwasher safe or hand wash with soap and water
- Avoid abrasive cleaners to preserve the glaze
While no promise of specific outcomes is implied, this salt pig is designed to be a dependable, attractive component of a well-organized kitchen routine, making seasoning moments that touch of ease and order.
FAQ
Q: What materials back the Emile Henry 4-Inch Salt Pig and who makes it?
A: Made in France since 1850 from natural Burgundy clay with HR technology and a durable glaze.
Q: Is the salt pig dishwasher safe?
A: Yes, it is dishwasher safe or can be hand washed.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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