Used as a reactive monomer in polymer synthesis, enabling the production of water-soluble polymers and copolymers with good adhesion and film-forming properties. Commonly employed in coatings, adhesives, and textile treatments due to its ability to enhance durability and chemical resistance. Also utilized in the preparation of functional hydrogels and as a crosslinking agent in specialty polymers for biomedical applications. Its vinyl group allows for easy radical polymerization, making it valuable in modifying polymer architectures for improved performance in industrial and pharmaceutical formulations.