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- 1. Food and beverage industry: Sodium citrate dihydrate is commonly used as an acidity regulator, emulsifier, and preservative in various food products such as carbonated beverages, dairy products, jams and jellies, processed meats, and canned fruits and vegetables.
- 2. Pharmaceutical industry: Sodium citrate dihydrate is utilized as a buffering agent in many medical and pharmaceutical preparations such as anticoagulants, electrolyte replacement solutions, and effervescent tablets.
- 3. Cosmetic industry: Sodium citrate dihydrate is employed in various cosmetic and personal care products such as shampoos, bath products, and skin creams as a pH adjuster, buffering agent, and chelating agent.
- 4. Cleaning agents: Sodium citrate dihydrate is utilized in cleaning products as a water softener, chelating agent, and buffering agent.
- 5. Medical research: Sodium citrate dihydrate is used in laboratory settings to prevent blood from clotting and to help preserve blood samples for testing.
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