Used primarily as an emollient and moisturizing agent in cosmetics and skincare products due to its ability to soften and smooth the skin. It is also utilized in pharmaceutical formulations as a solvent or carrier for lipophilic drugs, enhancing their absorption through biological membranes. In food industry, it serves as a plasticizer and stabilizer in edible films and coatings. Additionally, tricaprin is investigated for use in energy applications as a component of medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) based biofuels due to its relatively high energy content and clean combustion properties.