Used primarily as a plant growth regulator, this chemical effectively inhibits sprouting in stored potatoes, onions, and garlic, extending shelf life and reducing waste. It is applied pre-harvest or post-harvest to control unwanted vegetative growth. In agriculture, it helps manage crop height and timing of harvest by delaying flowering in certain plants. Also utilized in ornamental horticulture to suppress sucker growth on tobacco and reduce side shoots in flowering plants. Its growth-inhibiting properties make it valuable for maintaining the quality of bulb crops during long-term storage.