Used primarily as a solvent for a variety of organic compounds, including waxes, resins, and oils, making it valuable in industrial cleaning applications. It also serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals, such as agrochemicals (including insecticides and pesticides), dyes, and materials in the rubber and plastics industries to improve properties. In addition, it is utilized in the production of deodorizers to mask odors and in some disinfectants. Its role as a heat transfer medium in certain industrial processes and as a reagent in laboratory research and scientific analysis is also noteworthy. However, its use is regulated due to environmental and health concerns.