It was harvested in specially designated areas and later used for tanning leather, cleaning various surfaces, or in medicine.
It was also used in industry, where it was used to treat wool before it found its way into the tailor's shop. The ammonia in urine was helpful in this case to remove grease from the wool fibers, as it has emulsifying properties.
The Romans believed that urine had medicinal properties. For example, it was used as a disinfectant for wounds and as a treatment for skin diseases. It was also used for sore throats and toothaches.
