Used as a humectant in cosmetics and personal care products to retain moisture in skin and hair. Commonly found in lotions, creams, soaps, and toothpaste for its moisturizing properties. Widely used in the food industry as a solvent, sweetener, and preservative. Helps maintain texture and prevent drying in baked goods, candies, and processed foods. Serves as a component in pharmaceutical formulations, especially in cough syrups, elixirs, and suppositories, to improve consistency and stability. Used in the production of nitroglycerin, an essential compound in explosives and dynamite. Acts as a cryoprotectant in biological samples, protecting cells and tissues during freezing and storage. Employed in e-liquids for electronic cigarettes as a base carrier for flavorings and nicotine. Utilized in laboratory settings as a protective medium for enzymes and proteins during storage.