Used as a non-ionic surfactant and foam stabilizer in personal care products such as shampoos, body washes, and liquid soaps. It enhances viscosity and improves foam richness, making it ideal for cleansing formulations. Also functions as an emulsifier in industrial cleaners and metalworking fluids, helping to blend oil and water-based components. Its lubricating properties are beneficial in textile processing and in some cosmetic emulsions for skin feel improvement.