Used as a reactive diluent in coatings and resins to reduce viscosity without compromising performance, enabling high-solids formulations with low VOC emissions. Enhances flexibility, impact resistance, and surface smoothness in UV-curable inks, adhesives, and powder coatings. Functions as a crosslinking agent in automotive and industrial finishes, improving scratch and chemical resistance. Applied in personal care products as a thickening and film-forming agent. Also utilized in drug delivery systems due to its biocompatibility and ability to encapsulate active ingredients.