Used as a precursor in the synthesis of gas generants for airbag inflators in automotive safety systems. Its high nitrogen content allows for efficient gas production upon thermal decomposition, making it ideal for generating large volumes of non-toxic gases rapidly. Also employed in the formulation of propellants and pyrotechnics due to its energetic properties. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the preparation of coordination compounds and metal complexes used in catalysis and materials science.