Used as a key component in silicone-based sealants and adhesives due to its flexibility and resistance to temperature extremes. Commonly employed in construction and automotive industries for sealing joints and gaps. Acts as a base polymer in the formulation of room-temperature vulcanizing (RTV) silicones. Widely used in personal care products such as skin creams and hair conditioners for its smooth texture and moisture-resistant properties. Applied in medical devices and implants because of its biocompatibility and low toxicity. Functions as a defoaming agent in industrial processes including fermentation and wastewater treatment. Used in soft lithography for fabricating microfluidic devices due to its ease of molding and optical clarity. Serves as a lubricant and release agent in molds for plastics and rubber manufacturing.