Widely used as a buffering agent in various pharmaceutical formulations to maintain stable pH levels, ensuring the efficacy and stability of active ingredients. Commonly employed in the food industry as an acidulant and preservative, enhancing flavor and extending shelf life in beverages, jams, and canned goods. Utilized in cosmetic products to adjust pH and improve the texture and stability of creams, lotions, and shampoos. Applied in cleaning products for its chelating properties, effectively removing hard water stains and improving the performance of detergents. Used in laboratory settings as a component of buffer solutions for biochemical and molecular biology experiments. Incorporated in dental products to help control pH and prevent enamel erosion in mouthwashes and toothpaste.