Used extensively in food preservation and seasoning, enhancing flavor and controlling microbial growth in products like cured meats and pickled vegetables. Employed in the pharmaceutical industry as a component of intravenous fluids to treat dehydration and maintain electrolyte balance. Serves as a raw material in the chemical industry for the production of chlorine, sodium hydroxide, and other sodium compounds through electrolysis. Utilized in water treatment processes to regenerate ion exchange resins and soften hard water. Applied in de-icing roads and walkways during winter due to its ability to lower the freezing point of water. Also used in agriculture to supply essential sodium and chlorine to livestock feed, and in textile and dyeing processes to improve dye uptake.