Used primarily in specialized chemical reactions as a strong oxidizing agent. It plays a role in organic synthesis where selective oxidation of compounds is required, such as converting alcohols to aldehydes or ketones. Due to its high reactivity, it is sometimes employed in the preparation of other silver-based compounds and in electrochemical applications. It has limited use in industrial processes because of its instability and tendency to decompose. Occasionally used in research settings for catalytic studies and in the development of silver-containing materials with specific electronic or antimicrobial properties.