Used extensively as a chelating agent in various industries, it effectively binds and removes metal ions from solutions, including calcium, magnesium, iron, and copper, to prevent unwanted reactions. In water treatment, it helps prevent scale formation by sequestering calcium and magnesium ions and reduces water hardness. In the food industry, it acts as a preservative by stabilizing colors and flavors through metal ion chelation and preventing discoloration. In pharmaceuticals, it enhances the stability and shelf life of products by preventing metal-catalyzed degradation and can aid in the absorption of active ingredients in certain formulations. In cosmetics, it improves product stability by chelating metal ions. In agriculture, it is used in fertilizers to enhance plant nutrient uptake by forming chelated complexes. Additionally, it is employed in analytical chemistry for complexometric titrations to determine metal ion concentrations. Its ability to chelate heavy metals also makes it useful in detoxification processes and environmental remediation efforts.