Used as a desiccant to remove moisture from gases and liquids due to its strong affinity for water. Commonly employed in drying tubes and desiccators in laboratories. Also serves as a drying agent in industrial processes where moisture control is critical.

In the food industry, it acts as a firming agent and preservative, helping maintain texture in canned vegetables and fruits.

In the pharmaceutical industry, it serves as a calcium source in injections and as an excipient in tablets and powders to facilitate manufacturing processes.

Additionally, it is utilized in dietary supplements as an absorbable source of calcium to support bone and dental health.

Utilized in cement and construction materials to accelerate setting and improve strength.

Plays a role in the production of metals and alloys by removing trace water from solvents and reaction mixtures.

In agriculture, it is used as an additive in fertilizers and animal feed to control moisture and improve product quality.