‍Application: (1) Food: Used in edible films (e.g., breath strips), coatings for fruit preservation, and as a stabilizer or thickener in sauces and candies. (2) Pharmaceuticals: Frequently employed to manufacture vegetarian capsule shells and tablet coatings. (3) Cosmetics: Functions as a film-former for skin-tightening effects in serums, masks, and lotions.

Features: (1) Film-Forming: Creates clear, flexible, and oxygen-impermeable films. (2) Solubility: Highly soluble in water but remains stable across a wide pH range. (3) Safety: Non-toxic, biodegradable, edible, and generally recognized as safe (GRAS). (3) Adhesion: Offers excellent binding and adhesive properties.