Used primarily in the industrial production of hydrogen peroxide through the anthraquinone process. In this method, the compound undergoes catalytic hydrogenation to form the corresponding hydroquinone, which is then oxidized by air to regenerate the quinone and produce hydrogen peroxide as a byproduct. Its structure allows for high efficiency and recyclability in continuous large-scale systems. Due to its stability and favorable reaction kinetics, it is preferred over other anthraquinone derivatives in commercial hydrogen peroxide manufacturing.