Used as a preservative and antibacterial agent in livestock feed, helping to prevent fermentation and spoilage during storage. Commonly applied in agriculture for silage preservation, especially in hay and grain storage. Employed in the leather tanning industry to adjust pH and assist in the removal of lime and hair from hides. Utilized in textile processing for dyeing and finishing operations due to its pH control properties. Acts as a cleaning agent in household and industrial settings, particularly for descaling and removing mineral deposits. Used in beekeeping to control parasitic mites in honeybee colonies. Also serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various chemicals, including pharmaceuticals and pesticides.