Widely used in the food industry as a leavening agent and acidulant, particularly in baked goods where a slow release of acid is needed for controlled rising. It gradually hydrolyzes in water to form gluconic acid, providing a mild and sustained acidity that helps in improving texture and shelf life. Commonly found in cake mixes, pancake batters, and self-rising flours. Employed in pharmaceutical formulations as an excipient for tablet compression, where it contributes to binding and disintegration properties. Its gentle acidifying action makes it suitable for effervescent tablets and oral care products. Used in cleaning and descaling agents due to its ability to chelate metal ions like calcium and iron, making it effective in removing mineral deposits without being highly corrosive. Applied in dairy equipment cleaning, brewing systems, and household descalers. Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of gluconates, which are used in concrete admixtures to retard setting time, especially in hot weather conditions. Improves workability and finishability of concrete mixes. Also utilized in cosmetic and personal care products for pH adjustment and as a skin-conditioning agent, benefiting from its mildness and biodegradability.