Used primarily in the production of polyvinyl acetate (PVA) and related copolymers, this chemical serves as a key component in adhesives, paints, and coatings due to its excellent binding and film-forming properties. It is widely applied in wood glue, paper coatings, and construction adhesives. In the textile and fiber industry, it improves flexibility and durability when used in synthetic fibers. It also acts as a precursor in the synthesis of polyvinyl alcohol and ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymers, which are used in packaging films, solar cell encapsulation, and footwear. Its ability to copolymerize with other monomers makes it valuable in creating resins with tailored performance characteristics for industrial and consumer products.