Used primarily as a research chemical in toxicological studies due to its classification as a potential carcinogen. It serves as a model compound for investigating the metabolic activation and DNA damage caused by nitrosamines. Also found as a contaminant in some industrial processes, particularly in rubber manufacturing and in certain cutting fluids, where it forms unintentionally from precursor amines and nitrosating agents. Its presence in consumer products is highly regulated, and monitoring for this compound is common in environmental and occupational health testing. Not used in commercial products intended for consumer use due to health concerns.