Used as a dietary supplement in animal feed to prevent zinc deficiency and support growth, immune function, and skin health. Commonly applied in agriculture to correct zinc deficiency in soils, improving crop yield and plant development. Serves as a coagulant in the production of rayon. Utilized in medical treatments as an astringent and in oral rehydration solutions to manage diarrhea. Employed in the leather industry for chrome tanning processes. Acts as an electrolyte in zinc electroplating baths to produce corrosion-resistant coatings on metals.