Used primarily as a flame retardant in textiles, particularly for cotton and cotton blends, to reduce flammability and enhance safety. It is also employed in the leather tanning industry as a preservative and antimicrobial agent, preventing the growth of bacteria and fungi. Additionally, it serves as a biocide in water treatment systems to control microbial contamination in industrial and recreational water. It is used as an antimicrobial agent in the paper industry to prevent microbial growth that could damage paper. In the oil and gas industry, it is incorporated into drilling fluids to prevent corrosion and control microbial growth in pipelines. Its effectiveness in cross-linking polymers makes it valuable in the production of durable and resistant materials.