Used widely in industrial and laboratory settings as a chelating agent to bind and neutralize metal ions, preventing them from interfering in chemical processes. Commonly applied in water treatment to reduce water hardness by sequestering calcium and magnesium ions. In the food industry, it acts as a preservative to maintain color, texture, and flavor by stabilizing products against metal-catalyzed oxidation. Also utilized in medical and pharmaceutical applications, such as in anticoagulant formulations for blood samples by binding calcium ions. In agriculture, it aids in micronutrient delivery by chelating metals for better plant absorption. Additionally, it finds use in cleaning products to remove metal stains and scale deposits.