Used primarily in agriculture, this chemical functions as a plant growth regulator. It helps control the growth of fruit trees and ornamental plants by reducing excessive vegetative growth and promoting more uniform flowering and fruiting. Commonly applied to crops like apples and cherries, it aids in improving fruit set, enhancing color development, and facilitating easier harvesting by limiting shoot elongation. It has also been used to delay fruit drop, allowing for better scheduling of harvest operations. Due to regulatory and health concerns in some regions, its use has been restricted or discontinued in certain countries.