Used primarily as a frothing agent in mineral flotation processes, especially in the separation of sulfide ores. It helps form stable, yet mobile foam that carries valuable minerals to the surface while allowing waste material to sink. Commonly applied in copper, zinc, and lead mining operations. Also serves as a solvent in chemical synthesis and in the extraction of metals, where its selective solubility properties are advantageous. Additionally, it finds use in cleaning products and as an ingredient in some surface coatings or paints due to its slow evaporation rate and effective solubility for organic compounds. Its effectiveness at low concentrations makes it economical and efficient in large-scale industrial applications.