Shikimic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid found in many plants. In recent years, with the development of science and technology, the technology of synthetic shikimic acid is gradually mature, and its application in medicine, food and chemical industry is more and more extensive. In the field of medicine, shikimic acid can be used as a pharmaceutical raw material or auxiliary pharmaceutical ingredient for the treatment of colds, flu, headaches and other diseases. In addition, shikimic acid can also be used in the preparation of antimalarial drugs, such as artemisinin and artemether. In the food field, shikimic acid can be used as a seasoning, preservative and antioxidant, etc., to improve the taste of food and extend the shelf life of food. For example, shikimic acid can be used to make hot and sour soups, sauerkraut, and pickled foods. In the chemical industry, shikimic acid can be used to prepare dyes, flavors, preservatives, antioxidants, etc., to improve the quality and performance of products. For example, shikimic acid can be used to make yellow dyes and spices. In short, synthetic shikimic acid has a wide range of applications, which can not only improve the quality and performance of products, but also improve people's quality of life. In the future, with the continuous progress of science and technology, the application prospect of synthetic shikimic acid will be broader.