Used as a drying agent due to its strong hygroscopic nature, effectively removing moisture from gases and organic liquids. Commonly employed in refrigeration systems as a secondary refrigerant in brine solutions. Utilized in concrete acceleration to reduce setting time, especially in cold weather. Applied on roads and sidewalks for dust control and ice melting, as it lowers the freezing point of water and generates heat upon dissolution. Also used in food processing as a firming agent for canned vegetables and in sports drinks to replenish electrolytes. In oil and gas drilling, added to drilling fluids to inhibit clay swelling.