Widely used for dust control on roads and construction sites due to its hygroscopic nature, which helps retain moisture and suppress airborne particles. Commonly applied in concrete as an accelerator to reduce setting time, especially in cold weather. Employed in food processing as a firming agent for canned vegetables and in sports drinks to replenish electrolytes. Utilized in refrigeration and cooling systems as a brine solution because of its low freezing point. Frequently used in oil and gas drilling fluids to stabilize clay formations and control wellbore pressure. Also found in desiccants for drying gases and liquids due to its strong moisture-absorbing capacity.