Used as an anionic surfactant in various industrial and laboratory applications. It is commonly employed in chromatography as a mobile phase additive to improve the separation of polar compounds. The chemical aids in the solubilization of hydrophobic substances, making it useful in formulations for detergents and cleaning agents. Additionally, it serves as a stabilizer in polymer production and as an electrolyte in electrochemical processes. Its ability to reduce surface tension also makes it valuable in emulsion polymerization and as a dispersing agent in coatings and inks.