It assists in curd formation in cottage cheese manufacturing. It is also added to evaporated milk to increase calcium content. It can be employed for water treatment in breweries, as well as utilized in the processing of instant coffee and tea. It is also used for flavor enhancing, as a preservative processing aid and stabilizer in baked foods. Can be utilized for primary oil recovery muds Is used in the manufacture of penicillin.
Technical grade is used as a mordant in dyeing processes.
In the leather industry it is used in tanning to effect a more even and rapid penetration of the tan. It is considered one of the best agents available for the neutralization of mineral acids. It helps in removal of insoluble calcium salts and improvement of the wearing quality of the finished product. Is employed in diuretic expectorant and systemic alkalizers, and for kidney dialysis processes. Product advantage is that material is ready for use in solution form, easy for metering, ease of handling and non-dusting.