Used primarily in the field of energetic materials, Melamine Picrate serves as a primary high explosive due to its significant detonation velocity and pressure. It is studied for use in detonators, primers, and initiators because of its high sensitivity to impact and friction, making it suitable for reliably initiating secondary explosives. While its crystal structure provides some consistency in performance for controlled applications like research-scale blasting and pyrotechnic compositions, the compound is inherently sensitive and unstable, requiring strict safety protocols for handling, storage, and transport to prevent accidental detonation. It is predominantly used in laboratory and research settings rather than large-scale commercial or industrial applications due to these hazards.