Food & Beverage Industry
Used as an acidulant to enhance tartness and fruity flavor.
Common in soft drinks, fruit juices, candies, and jams.
Acts as a flavor enhancer in low-calorie or sugar-free products.
Stabilizes color and flavor in processed foods.
Pharmaceutical Industry
Used in oral medications to improve taste (flavoring agent).
Acts as an excipient in tablet formulations.
Supports energy production (Krebs cycle intermediate).
Sometimes included in supplements for fatigue and muscle performance.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Functions as an exfoliant (alpha-hydroxy acid, AHA).
Helps in skin rejuvenation, anti-aging, and brightening.
Used in peels, cleansers, serums, and creams for smoother skin.
Balances pH in cosmetic formulations.
Industrial Uses
Acts as a pH adjuster in cleaning products.
Used in metal cleaning and finishing.
Functions as a chelating agent in certain applications.
Agriculture & Animal Feed
Added as a feed additive to improve digestion and nutrient absorption.
Enhances preservation of silage and animal feed.
Can be used as a plant growth enhancer.