Used in the textile industry as a leveling agent in dyeing processes, particularly for cotton, to ensure even color distribution. Acts as a filler in powdered laundry detergents, improving flow and consistency during manufacturing and use. Employed in paper pulping to maintain chemical balance in kraft process systems. Serves as a heat storage medium in some solar heating applications due to its high thermal stability. Also utilized in laboratory settings as an inert drying agent for organic liquids, helping remove trace water without reacting with the solvent.