In Chattogram, the price of open salt used for preserving raw hides has sharply increased ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, despite reports of sufficient stock. Traders said the price per 74-kg sack has risen from Tk 680–700 during the last Eid-ul-Fitr to Tk 930–950 now, an increase of Tk 200–250 per sack. They alleged that mill owners and business syndicates have artificially raised prices, creating difficulties for hide traders who rely heavily on salt for preservation.
According to the Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industries Corporation (BSCIC) Chattogram office, the district currently holds 8,670 tons of refined salt and 64,000 tons of crude salt, which is more than enough to meet the estimated 5,322-ton demand during the upcoming Eid. However, traders said the price hike is squeezing their profit margins, as tannery owners have not raised hide prices accordingly. Many wholesalers are reportedly winding up their businesses due to mounting losses and unpaid dues from Dhaka tanneries.
BSCIC officials said heavy rainfall has occasionally disrupted salt production, but there is no shortage in the market. The administration plans to monitor prices jointly with local authorities to prevent manipulation.
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