Used as a low to medium polarity solvent with slow evaporation in paints, coatings, and inks, promoting uniform dispersion and reducing film imperfections.

Employed as a building block in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins, particularly in polyurethane and polyester formulations requiring flexibility and hydrolytic stability. Its diol functionality enables it to serve as a chain extender or cross-linking agent, enhancing mechanical properties and durability in coatings, adhesives, and elastomers.

Also used in the production of plasticizers to improve workability and resilience of plastics. Additionally, it acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of surfactants and lubricant additives, contributing to better performance under varying temperature and pressure conditions.

In personal care and cosmetics, it functions as a humectant and texture modifier, providing smoothness without stickiness and facilitating penetration of active ingredients into the skin.

Furthermore, applied in pharmaceutical and biological delivery systems to solubilize low-polarity compounds without disrupting biomolecular structures.