This chemical is widely used as a softening agent and dyeing auxiliary in the textile industry, where it imparts a soft and smooth feel to fabrics and aids in even dye distribution, enhancing their quality and comfort. It is also employed in hair care and skin care products, such as conditioners, shampoos, and lotions, to improve hair manageability, reduce static, provide a silky texture, and add moisture for better conditioning. Additionally, it serves as an antistatic agent in various industrial applications, helping to reduce static electricity on surfaces like plastics, synthetic fibers, paper, and packaging materials, while improving surface properties and printing efficiency. Its surfactant properties make it useful in formulations for cleaning products, where it aids in emulsifying oils and dirt for effective removal. In agriculture, it can be used as a component in formulations that enhance the wetting, spreading, and absorption of pesticides or herbicides on plant surfaces.