Widely used as a disinfectant and sterilizing agent, especially in medical and dental equipment due to its effectiveness against bacteria, viruses, and spores. Commonly applied in healthcare settings for cold sterilization of heat-sensitive instruments. Also used in water treatment systems to control microbial growth. In addition, it serves as a tissue fixative in histology and electron microscopy, preserving cellular structures effectively. Employed in the leather tanning industry and as a crosslinking agent in biochemistry for immobilizing proteins and enzymes.