Used as a thickening agent and stabilizer in food products to improve texture and prevent separation. Commonly found in ice cream, salad dressings, and sauces.

Acts as a binder and disintegrant in pharmaceutical tablets, helping them hold together and break apart properly in the digestive system.

Used in eye drops as a lubricant to relieve dry or irritated eyes due to its water-retaining and film-forming properties.

Employed in cosmetics and personal care products like toothpaste and lotions for its ability to suspend ingredients and provide smooth consistency.

Applied in water-based paints and adhesives to control viscosity and prevent settling of components.

Utilized in drilling fluids in oil and gas exploration to reduce fluid loss and stabilize boreholes.

Used in textile printing to carry dyes evenly and improve print clarity.

Functions as a protective colloid in suspensions and emulsions across various industrial applications.