Used as a reactive additive in polymer formulations to enhance thermal stability and mechanical strength. Improves scratch resistance and surface hardness in coatings and films. Compatible with silicone and acrylic systems, making it suitable for use in optical materials and protective coatings. Acts as a crosslinking agent in hybrid organic-inorganic networks, enabling nanostructured materials with tunable porosity. Applied in biomedical devices due to its biocompatibility and ability to reduce protein adsorption. Also utilized in low-dielectric-constant materials for microelectronics.