Hanksite, a rare mineral first discovered in the 1950s, is primarily found in a few highly specific locations around the world. Due to its limited occurrence, there are few commonly recognized synonyms for hanksite. However, some people may refer to this mineral by its scientific name, Na22K(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl. Alternatively, hanksite can be described as a complex sulfate carbonate mineral. While there may be other minerals that share some of the same characteristics as hanksite, its unique composition and scarcity make it a noteworthy and distinct mineral.