Used as a seed treatment fungicide, particularly effective against smut and bunt diseases in cereal crops like wheat and barley. It protects germinating seeds and seedlings from soil-borne and seed-borne fungal pathogens by inhibiting fungal respiration. Commonly applied to control loose smut and covered smut, helping to ensure healthier crop establishment and improved yields. Its systemic action allows it to be absorbed by the plant and provide internal protection during early growth stages.