Used as a reactive diluent in epoxy resin systems, improving processability and reducing viscosity while maintaining reactivity. Its chiral epoxide structure makes it valuable in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Commonly employed in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives where enhanced flexibility and adhesion are required. Also serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients, particularly in beta-blocker drugs. Due to its methyl and epoxy functional groups, it participates in ring-opening reactions, enabling crosslinking in advanced composite materials.