Used as a key reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of phosphinamide derivatives. It serves as a nitrogen transfer agent in the synthesis of amines and amides from phosphines. Commonly employed in the formation of N–P bonded compounds, which are valuable intermediates in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Also utilized in catalytic cycles involving nitrene transfer and in the development of functional materials where P–N linkages enhance thermal and oxidative stability. Its ability to act as a mild oxidizing agent makes it suitable for selective oxidation reactions in complex molecule assembly.