Used as a preservative and antibacterial agent in livestock feed, helping to prevent spoilage and control pathogens in silage. Commonly applied in agriculture to control mites in beekeeping, especially against Varroa destructor in honeybee colonies. Employed in leather tanning to adjust pH and remove hair from hides. Utilized in textile processing for dyeing and finishing operations due to its pH control and reducing properties. Applied in cleaning products for descaling and removing rust or mineral deposits. Also used in some eco-friendly pesticide formulations and as a solvent or reagent in chemical synthesis.