Used primarily as a plant growth regulator, it inhibits the enzyme catalase, leading to the accumulation of hydrogen peroxide in plant tissues, which in turn regulates growth and senescence. It is applied to control excessive vegetative growth in crops such as potatoes, strawberries, and ornamental plants. Also employed to delay sprouting in stored potatoes, extending shelf life. In research, it serves as a chemical tool to study oxidative stress due to its role in disrupting hydrogen peroxide metabolism. Additionally, it has been explored for use in herbicides and as a corrosion inhibitor in industrial systems.