Widely used in construction and mining industries as a dispersant and plasticizer in cement and concrete mixtures, improving workability and reducing water content without compromising strength. Enhances the flow of dry powders in industrial applications such as in coal-water slurries and pesticide formulations. Employed in agriculture as a soil conditioner to improve soil structure and water retention. Acts as a binder in animal feed pellets, helping maintain pellet integrity during handling and transport. Used in dyes and pigments to stabilize suspensions and prevent agglomeration. Also applied in environmental technologies as a dust suppressant on unpaved roads and in erosion control.