Used extensively as a feed additive in animal nutrition to promote growth and improve feed efficiency, particularly in poultry and swine. It plays a crucial role in fat metabolism and liver function, preventing conditions like fatty liver syndrome. Additionally, it is employed in the synthesis of herbicides and as a clay stabilizer in oil drilling operations. In industrial applications, it serves as a key component in the production of polyols and as a catalyst in various chemical reactions. Its hygroscopic nature also makes it useful in moisture control applications.