Used as a key building block in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), this compound contributes to the development of porous materials with high thermal and chemical stability. Its multiple nitrogen sites and carboxylic acid groups allow strong coordination with metal ions, making it suitable for gas storage, particularly hydrogen and carbon dioxide. It is also explored in sensing applications due to its ability to interact selectively with certain metal ions or small molecules. Additionally, its tetrazole groups offer potential in energetic materials research, where high nitrogen content is desirable for low-signature propellants or explosives.