Used as a solvent in industrial and laboratory applications where a polar, water-miscible medium is required. Commonly applied in cleaning agents, windshield washer fluids, and as a carrier in pesticide formulations. Serves as a denaturant for ethanol, making it unsuitable for consumption. Also utilized in fuel applications, such as in methanol-burning stoves or as a component in fuel cells. Frequently employed in analytical chemistry, including high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), due to its compatibility with UV detection and consistent solvation properties.