Used as a flotation collector in the mining industry, particularly for the separation of sulfide minerals such as copper, lead, and zinc. It enhances the hydrophobicity of mineral surfaces, allowing targeted minerals to attach to air bubbles and be separated from gangue material. Effective in both acidic and neutral environments, it offers good selectivity and fast flotation kinetics. Also used in rubber industry as a sulfur accelerator in vulcanization processes, improving cure rate and physical properties of rubber products.