Used primarily as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in click chemistry reactions due to the azide functional group. It participates in copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) to form triazole linkages, which are valuable in pharmaceutical development, bioconjugation, and polymer chemistry. Its long aliphatic chain allows for integration into hydrophobic systems, making it useful in surface modification, material science, and the creation of functionalized coatings or sensors. Also employed in research settings for labeling and probing biological molecules when combined with appropriate alkyne partners.